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Which piece of legislation made it illegal for employers to discriminate against qualified applicants who have disabilities?

the Civil Rights Act

the Economic Opportunity Act

the Americans with Disabilities Act

the Occupational Safety and Health Act

Respuesta :

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Answer:

the Americans with Disabilities Act  

Explanation:

In the context of labor laws, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 was implemented to protect and guarantee the labor rights of people living with disabilities. This law prohibited companies from discriminating against disabled employees and candidates in the selection process when they have the necessary requirements for the vacancy in question. Since then, the rights of persons with disabilities have been more respected and there has been awareness of the importance of these people for business and society as a whole.