Recognizing and honoring the 27th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision in Olmstead v. L.C.
Latest action (28 Sep 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.Res. 1586 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives. It aims to recognize and honor the 27th anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision in *Olmstead v. L.C.* The resolution, if passed, would reaffirm the importance of providing services to individuals with disabilities in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs, as established by the *Olmstead* decision and other related laws. It would also call on governments to support policies that allow people with disabilities to live and work in community settings and to expand opportunities for competitive integrated employment and home- and community-based services.
This resolution affects individuals with disabilities by acknowledging the legal framework that supports their right to community integration and independence. It also addresses the broader public interest in leveraging the talents of individuals with disabilities in the workforce and economy. The bill has been introduced in the House by Representative Debbie Dingell and a group of co-sponsors.
Currently, the bill is in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been introduced and referred to two committees: the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on the Judiciary. The next steps would involve consideration by these committees, which could lead to amendments, a vote, and potentially a floor vote in the House of Representatives.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 28, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1586 do?
- H.Res. 1586 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives. It aims to recognize and honor the 27th anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision in *Olmstead v. L.C.* The resolution, if passed, would reaffirm the importance of providing services to individuals with disabilities in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs, as established by the *Olmstead* decision and other related laws. It would also call on governments to support policies that allow people with disabilities to live and work in community settings and to expand opportunities for competitive integrated employment and home- and community-based services. This resolution affects individuals with disabilities by acknowledging the legal framework that supports their right to community integration and independence. It also addresses the broader public interest in leveraging the talents of individuals with disabilities in the workforce and economy. The bill has been introduced in the House by Representative Debbie Dingell and a group of co-sponsors. Currently, the bill is in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been introduced and referred to two committees: the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on the Judiciary. The next steps would involve consideration by these committees, which could lead to amendments, a vote, and potentially a floor vote in the House of Representatives.
- Has H.Res. 1586 become law?
- Not yet. As of 28 Sep 2026, H.Res. 1586 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1586?
- H.Res. 1586 was sponsored by Rep. Debbie Dingell [D-MI6] (Democrat-MI), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1586?
- Introduced (28 Sep 2026).
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