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Proc 8843ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8843

Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2012

This proclamation commemorates the 22nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), celebrating progress in disability rights while highlighting ongoing efforts including the Affordable Care Act's pre-existing condition protections, Medicare/Medicaid protections, establishment of the Administration for Community Living, and new education standards under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. It encourages Americans to celebrate the ADA's anniversary and the contributions of individuals with disabilities.

Federal Register Open PDF 77 FR 45235

Impact dates

  1. Affordable Care Act pre-existing condition protections extended to all Americans

Key directives

  • Encourage Americans to celebrate the 22nd anniversary of the ADA

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of July 26, 2012 as ADA Anniversary

Near term (90d)

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Long term

  • Affordable Care Act pre-existing condition protections extended to all Americans in 2014

Risks & tensions

  • Document references 2014 ACA provision that was contingent on law remaining in force; political uncertainty around ACA implementation at time of signing
Proclamation 8843: Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2012 · Executive Orders