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HHS Civil Rights

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HHS Civil Rights

@HHSOCR

The HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) protects your rights against discrimination and ensures that your health information is private, secure, and accessible.

Washington, DC

hhs.gov/ocr/

Joined September 2014

HHS Civil Rights
@HHSOCR
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As we mark the ADA's 36th anniversary, HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) reaffirms a fundamental principle of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): people with disabilities have the same inherent dignity and equal worth as every other person. (1/3)
HHS Civil Rights
@HHSOCR
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On this day in 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law. 36 years later, OCR continues working to ensure people with disabilities have equal access to healthcare and human services. Visit hhs.gov/civil-rights/f… for more ADA information and resources. #ADA36
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HHS Civil Rights
@HHSOCR
Jul 23
Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), announced a final rule updating its regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to end disparate-impact liability. The rule returns HHS enforcement to Title VI’s
HHS Civil Rights
@HHSOCR
Jul 8
“Conscience Rights are Civil Rights.” OCR Director Paula M. Stannard underscored our mission at the Center for Faith and SAMHSA’s Called to Care Behavioral Health event today at HHS. She emphasized that faith-based organizations are essential partners in HHS’s mission to
HHS Civil Rights
@HHSOCR
Jul 4
Today, America marks 250 years of independence. The promise of 1776, that all are created equal, remains at the heart of OCR's work to safeguard civil rights and equal access to health and human services for all Americans. OCR reaffirms that promise by enforcing the law as
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@HHSGov
Jul 4
Today, we celebrate 250 years of freedom. 🇺🇸 As America looks ahead to its next 250 years, HHS remains committed to building a healthier future and working to Make America Healthy Again. Happy 250th, America!

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