What are the eligibility requirements for the Americans with Disabilities Act?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that helps protect people with disabilities in Georgia from discrimination. The ADA sets out certain eligibility requirements for individuals to be considered a person with a disability. To be eligible under the ADA, a person must have: (1) a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities; (2) a record of such an impairment; or (3) be perceived by others as having a disability. In addition, the ADA applies to individuals who have conditions that are temporary and minor, meaning they have little to no impact on their daily activities and/or are completely cured. In addition to the definition of a disability, an individual must also meet the following ADA requirements: they must have a history of being discriminated against, they must meet the necessary educational or work experience requirements, and they must be able to satisfy the essential functions of the job. For individuals who meet the ADA eligibility requirements, the ADA provides important legal protection from discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and services provided by state and local governments. This includes protection from discrimination and harassment, access to public accommodations, and access to reasonable accommodations in the workplace.

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