A resolution recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling to protect the right of individuals with disabilities to live in their own homes and communities.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (23 Jul 2026): Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4270-4271)
What this bill does
S.Res. 814 is a Senate resolution—rather than a bill that changes law—that formally recognizes the significance of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) in supporting independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities. It reaffirms the ADA's "integration mandate," as interpreted by the Supreme Court's 1999 Olmstead decision, which requires states to allow individuals with disabilities to receive long-term services in community-based settings rather than institutions when appropriate. The resolution calls on the Department of Justice to rescind a June 2026 opinion that it says departs from the established understanding of Olmstead, and urges Congress to reverse recent Medicaid funding cuts and expand support for home- and community-based services.
The resolution primarily concerns individuals with disabilities who rely on Medicaid-funded home and community-based services, as well as federal agencies including the Departments of Justice, Education, Labor, Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, and Transportation, the Federal Communications Commission, and FEMA. It calls on these agencies to expand accessibility, employment opportunities, housing options, and emergency preparedness for people with disabilities, and opposes actions that would reduce disability-related offices or protections.
The resolution was introduced on July 23, 2026, by Senator Andy Kim with numerous cosponsors and referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. As a simple resolution, it expresses the Senate's position and does not carry the force of law; it would need to be adopted by the Senate to formally record this stance, but it does not require further action by the House or the President.
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Timeline
23 Jul 2026
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4270-4271)
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 814 do?
- S.Res. 814 is a Senate resolution—rather than a bill that changes law—that formally recognizes the significance of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) in supporting independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities. It reaffirms the ADA's "integration mandate," as interpreted by the Supreme Court's 1999 Olmstead decision, which requires states to allow individuals with disabilities to receive long-term services in community-based settings rather than institutions when appropriate. The resolution calls on the Department of Justice to rescind a June 2026 opinion that it says departs from the established understanding of Olmstead, and urges Congress to reverse recent Medicaid funding cuts and expand support for home- and community-based services. The resolution primarily concerns individuals with disabilities who rely on Medicaid-funded home and community-based services, as well as federal agencies including the Departments of Justice, Education, Labor, Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, and Transportation, the Federal Communications Commission, and FEMA. It calls on these agencies to expand accessibility, employment opportunities, housing options, and emergency preparedness for people with disabilities, and opposes actions that would reduce disability-related offices or protections. The resolution was introduced on July 23, 2026, by Senator Andy Kim with numerous cosponsors and referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. As a simple resolution, it expresses the Senate's position and does not carry the force of law; it would need to be adopted by the Senate to formally record this stance, but it does not require further action by the House or the President.
- Has S.Res. 814 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 814. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 814?
- S.Res. 814 was sponsored by Sen. Kim, Andy [D-NJ] (D-NJ), with 29 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 814?
- Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4270-4271) (23 Jul 2026).
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