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BillHR 8884 · 119

Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act

Introduced
May 19, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 21, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires changes to existing laws to remove barriers that prevent disabled Americans from working. Funds programs that help disabled individuals find and keep jobs.

Sponsored By

Austin Scott
Republican · Georgia · House
On the House floor · Mon, Jun 29
Rules Committee Print 119-34 – Showing the text of H.R. 8884, as reported by the Committee on Ways and Means

Bill Journey

  1. May 19, 2026
  4. Jun 29, 2026You Are Here
    Rules Committee Print 119-34 – Showing the text of H.R. 8884, as reported by the Committee on Ways and Means

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects disabled Americans, potentially increasing their access to employment opportunities and related support services. It also impacts employers and social welfare programs that serve people with disabilities.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedMay 19, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 27 - 16.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.