Workforce Dignity Act
To amend the Small Business Act, the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, title 40, United States Code, and title IV of the Social Security Act to replace the term "sheltered workshop" with "community rehabilitation program", and for other purposes.
The Workforce Dignity Act, introduced as HB9315, aims to update the language used in various federal laws to better reflect the current understanding and purpose of programs for individuals with disabilities. Specifically, it seeks to replace the term "sheltered workshop" with "community rehabilitation program" in several key pieces of legislation, including the Small Business Act, the Internal Revenue Code, and the Social Security Act. This change is intended to emphasize the focus on community integration and rehabilitation rather than solely on sheltered employment.
This bill would primarily affect individuals with disabilities who participate in these community rehabilitation programs, as well as small businesses that might engage with these programs. By updating the terminology, the bill aims to modernize the approach to supporting people with disabilities in the workforce and improve public perception and understanding of these programs.
As of the last update on June 15, 2026, the Workforce Dignity Act has been introduced in the House and referred to several committees, including the Committee on Ways and Means, and the Committees on Small Business and Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is currently under consideration, and its future actions will depend on the committees' reviews and recommendations.
