Legislation to Modernize Federal Disability Employment Program Supported by Kidney…
What happened
The American Association of Kidney Patients announced plans to support bipartisan legislation aimed at modernizing the federal AbilityOne program. The American Procurement Improvement Act (APIA), H.R. 10443, is being championed by U.S. Representatives Steny Hoyer and Pete Sessions. AAKP defines kidney disease as both a healthcare and workforce issue and seeks to expand job protections for those impacted by chronic diseases and disabilities.
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Why it matters
The AbilityOne program provides private sector employment opportunities for Americans with disabilities. In Fiscal Year 2025, the program generated nearly 48 million direct labor hours, representing an 8 percent increase, and delivered over $4.7 billion in products and services to the Federal government.
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Who's involved
- Steny HoyerChampioning legislation to support the goals of the American Association of Kidney Patients
- American Association of Kidney PatientsAdvocacy organization fighting to expand career opportunities and job protections for those impacted by kidney disease
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The entities involved
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Steny Hoyer
American politician (born 1939)
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American Association of Kidney Patients
nonprofit organization in Tampa, United States