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Next on Biden’s list of caregiving orders? Support for house cleaners, home care workers and nannies
For the first time, the U.S. Department of Labor is offering sample agreements for domestic workers and their employers to clarify expectations and protect workers’ rights.
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Disabled people are underrepresented in politics. A new organization aims to change that.
Disability Victory will start training the first cohort of disabled people who want to run for office in early 2024.
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‘We are women who fight’: Domestic workers advocate for health and safety protections on the job
The 19th spoke to Evelyn Saz, an organizer for the National Domestic Workers Alliance, about the need for a bill of rights to protect workers from abuse, low pay and wage theft.
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The 19th Explains: The Supreme Court case that could gut the Americans with Disabilities Act
The court will examine whether a disabled advocate can sue hotels without being a guest. Advocates say independent civil rights testers are vital to ADA enforcement.
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Nearly half of women with disabilities report experiencing sexual harassment or assault at work, poll finds
A new 19th/SurveyMonkey Poll is among the first to shed light on sexual violence faced by women with disabilities in the workplace.
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Marriage could mean losing life-saving benefits for people with disabilities. So they’re protesting.
Disability advocates are staging a mass commitment ceremony on the National Mall in an effort to raise awareness about marriage penalties.
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Nursing homes will have staffing requirements for the first time. What will change?
While some health policy experts see the new Biden administration rule as an important step forward in protecting residents and staff, others say it doesn’t go far enough.
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How Medicare drug price negotiations stand to impact women
Women make up more than half of Medicare recipients and are more likely to skip or delay taking their medications due to cost.
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National Federation of the Blind members and allies ask organization to pull 2024 conference from Florida
More than 200 blind and low-vision people have signed an open letter protesting the oldest and largest blind-lead organization’s location announcement, citing safety concerns for LGBTQ+ attendees.
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After hottest summer on record, heat-related illnesses are now being tracked nationwide
In a new effort from the Biden administration, the HeatTracker dashboard will allow public officials, medical professionals and families to better understand risk from extreme heat and respond accordingly.