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Representation
The National Association of the Deaf forms in order to promote disability rights. -
Veterans
The Smith-Sears Veterans Rehabilitation Act became law, and provided for the promotion of vocational rehabilitation and return to civil employment of disabled persons discharged from the U.S. military. -
Jobs
The League for the Physically Handicapped in New York City was formed to protest discrimination in job employment cases. -
Finances for the unable
Social Security Act -
Independent Living Movement
Edward V. Roberts becomes the first severely disabled student at the University of California at Berkeley. His advocating for greater access to disabled persons sparks the Independent Living Movement. -
Furthering Rights
The Americans with Disabilities Act is signed into law protecting the rights of Americans and providing more accessibility to services in public places.