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Proc 10426ProclamationBiden · DCeremonial

Proclamation 10426

Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, 2022

This proclamation commemorates the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), celebrating its legacy in prohibiting disability discrimination and promoting equal opportunity. It highlights ongoing administration efforts to advance disability equity through enforcement, infrastructure funding, housing, employment, education, and COVID-19 response, while encouraging Americans to celebrate the anniversary.

Federal Register Open PDF 87 FR 45233

Impact dates

  1. Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act proclaimed

Key directives

  • Proclaim July 26, 2022 as the Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Encourage Americans to celebrate the 32nd year of the ADA

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of July 26, 2022 as ADA Anniversary

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Document references ongoing policy efforts but contains no binding directives; rhetorical commitment to equity without enforceable mandates
  • Mentions of 'working to expand' and 'committed to ensuring' are aspirational rather than directive
Proclamation 10426: Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, 2022 · Executive Orders