Are disabled people entitled to special consideration when applying for jobs?

Yes, disabled people in Idaho are entitled to special consideration when applying for jobs. The federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects disabled people from discrimination based on their disability when applying and working in jobs. The ADA requires employers to make “reasonable accommodations” for a disabled employee, meaning employers must make special adjustments to the job or work environment, so the disabled person can perform the job as best they can. This could include providing modified equipment, restructuring the job’s job duties, and providing extended breaks. Additionally, the Idaho Human Rights Act (IHRA) prohibits disability discrimination for disabled people state-wide. The IHRA also requires employers to give disabled people an equal opportunity to apply for a job, and to consider them if they are qualified for the position. In Idaho, workplaces are required to follow both the ADA and the IHRA to ensure disabled people have equal opportunity to apply for jobs and the special consideration they may need. In addition, any employer that receives public funds must comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination against disabled people in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. All of these laws work together to protect the rights of disabled people in Idaho and ensure they can apply for jobs just like everyone else.

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