The Americans with Disabilities Act -- or "ADA" -- prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities, including those with HIV, in these areas:
employment (Title I)
state and local government services (Title II)
public transportation (Title II)
public accommodations and services operated by public entities (Title III) [includes health care]
telecommunications (Title IV)
The law has been on the books since 1990. It does not replace other federal or state laws that offer protection.
Public Law 101-336. Text of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Public Law 336 of the 101st Congress, enacted July 26, 1990. The ADA prohibits discrimination and ensures equal opportunity for persons with disabilities in employment, State and local government services, public accommodations, commercial facilities, and transportation. It also mandates the establishment of TDD/telephone relay services.
As printed in the Federal Register (7/26/91). The Department of Justice's regulation implementing title II, subtitle A, of the ADA which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in all services, programs, and activities provided to the public by State and local governments, except public transportation services.
As printed in the Code of Federal Regulations (7/1/94). The Department of Justice's regulation implementing title III of the ADA, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in "places of public accommodation" (businesses and non-profit agencies that serve the public) and "commercial facilities" (other businesses). The regulation also establishes standards for ensuring accessibility when designing and constructing a new facility or altering an existing facility.
The Americans with Disabilities Act -- or "ADA" -- prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities, including those with HIV, in these areas:
This information is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between you and your doctor.