SECTION 612:1-11-4. DRS and the Americans with Disabilities Act

(a)   The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is designed to remove barriers which prevent qualified individuals with disabilities from enjoying the same employment opportunities or DRS services that are available to others.

(b)   The Department of Rehabilitation Services complies with the provisions of the ADA by prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities. This prohibition applies to:

(1)   DRS employees and individuals seeking employment. Qualified individuals with disabilities must receive equal consideration in job application procedures; hiring, advancement, or discharge proceedings; employee compensation; job training; and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment;

(2)   DRS clients and individuals applying for services. Qualified individuals with disabilities must have equal access to all services, programs, and activities offered or provided by DRS.

[Source: Added at 10 Ok Reg 4607, eff 9-1-93 (emergency); Added at 11 Ok Reg 2425, eff 7-1-94; Amended at 15 Ok Reg 1790, eff 7-1-98; Amended at 29 Ok Reg 1427, eff 7-1-12]