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CO HB1342

Bill

Status

Passed

6/7/2024

Primary Sponsor

Jennifer Bacon

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

HB 24-1342: Testing Accommodations for Coloradans with Disabilities

  • Testing entities must grant requests for testing accommodations on licensing exams if the individual has an ADA-recognized disability, previously received the same accommodation on a standardized exam, and provides a treating medical professional's recommendation letter.

  • Testing entities cannot require additional diagnostic testing or psychological assessments if the requested accommodation matches one previously received or aligns with a medical provider's professional recommendation.

  • Individuals denied accommodations may bring civil actions against testing entities for willful violations and recover attorney fees and costs.

  • The Attorney General may investigate complaints and bring civil actions against testing entities for willful violations of this section.

  • Testing entities are exempt from providing accommodations only if doing so would constitute a fundamental alteration or undue burden under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Legislative Description

Test Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities?

Civil Law

Last Action

Governor Signed

6/7/2024

Committee Referrals

Business, Labor, & Technology4/23/2024
Committee of the Whole4/19/2024
Appropriations3/21/2024
Business Affairs and Labor2/26/2024

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