HR88 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Bob FincherRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

ENCOURAGING THE HIRING OF PERSONS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND PHYSICAL DISABILITIES IN THE WORKPLACE.

Summary

HR88 is a House resolution that encourages employers in Alabama to hire people with intellectual and physical disabilities and to support inclusive workplaces.

What This Bill Does

The resolution expresses support for hiring disabled individuals and outlines practices that should be adopted. It urges employers to focus on the abilities of applicants, match those abilities to job requirements, be willing to provide reasonable accommodations, and provide proper training. It also notes that hiring people with disabilities can have a positive impact on both the workers and the workplace. The resolution itself does not create new laws or penalties.

Who It Affects

• Employers in Alabama, who are encouraged to hire and accommodate persons with disabilities.
• Persons with intellectual and physical disabilities, who are encouraged to seek employment and be considered for jobs.

Key Provisions

• The House highly encourages the hiring of persons with intellectual and physical disabilities in the workplace.
• Employers are urged to focus on the abilities of disabled individuals, match those abilities to job requirements, be willing to provide reasonable accommodations, and provide proper training.
• The resolution states that hiring individuals with disabilities will have a positive impact on the individuals and the workplace.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Hiring of Persons with Intellectual and Physical Disabilities in the Workplace, Encouraged