First Markups of the Year
SVAC Holds First Markup of 2020
Legislation
Automobile Legislation Introduced
Legislation Authorizing More Than One Automobile Grant Introduced
Wheelchair Restraint Feasibility
Access Board to Assess Feasibility of Wheelchair Restraint Systems on Aircraft
Older Worker Legislation Passes
House Passes Older Worker Protections Bill.
Social Security Common Sense Legislation
PVA Supports Common Sense Legislation on Social Security Statements
2020 Voting Accessibility Legislation
Accessible Voting Act of 2020 introduced in the Senate
Congressional Veterans Legislation Outlined for 2020
Veterans’ Committees Leadership Identify 2020 Goals.
Disability Review Policy Changes
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has issued a notice of proposed rule making (NPRM) that would revise its regulations regarding when and how often it conducts continuing disability reviews (CDR).
DOT Lavatory Rules for Planes
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued a new proposed rule for public comment to improve restroom access for passengers with disabilities on single-aisle aircraft. The proposed regulation calls for limited improvements to lavatory interiors,
Appeal Hearings
In the near future, veterans who are challenging decisions made by VA may be able to make their case via virtual hearings.
