Restoration of Employment Choice for Adults with Disabilities Act

This legislation significantly amends Section 511 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, primarily to modify provisions concerning subminimum wage employment for individuals with disabilities. It revises the age criteria, allowing individuals 18 years of age or older to accept employment at a subminimum wage, provided they actively choose to do so, a significant shift from previous restrictions. The bill introduces an exception, permitting entities to satisfy compliance requirements if a designated State unit fails to provide mandated counseling and referrals, given the entity's documented efforts. Additionally, it adjusts the age for certain counseling requirements from 24 to 17 and ensures that relevant documentation is made available to employing entities. These amendments collectively aim to expand employment options for adults with disabilities by emphasizing individual choice in accepting subminimum wage positions.