Which of the following legislative initiatives prohibits governmental and nongovernmental employers from discriminating against qualified individuals with a disability who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations?

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The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities in all areas of employment, including hiring, firing, promotion, and pay. It requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to perform the essential functions of a job, and applies to both governmental and nongovernmental employers. The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 also prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability by employers that receive federal funding. The Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act focuses on providing resources and incentives for individuals with disabilities to obtain and maintain employment. The Gioia Model of Vocational Recovery is a specific approach to vocational rehabilitation for individuals with traumatic brain injury.

Which of the Following Legislative Initiatives Prohibits Governmental and Nongovernmental