Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

Category One: Is the individual a person with an actual, current disability?

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To determine if Section 504 protects a particular person from discrimination under the first category (a person with an actual, current disability), ask the following three questions:

  • Does the person have a physical or mental impairment?
  • Does the impairment affect one or more of his/her major life activities?
  • Is the effect a substantial limitation?