NCD became an independent federal agency in 1984. In 1986, NCD recommended the enactment of an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and drafted the first version of the bill which was introduced in the House and Senate in 1988.

Government

National Council on Disability

Anne Sommers McIntosh

Alamhir Gutierrez

Lisa Grubb

Joan M. Durocher

The board of directors at National Council on Disability is made up of individuals with experience in a variety of fields, including transportation, law, housing, and education. These individuals have worked for organizations such as the US Department of Transportation, the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the AARP Foundation. They have also attended schools such as Indiana University and the University of Cincinnati.

Board of Directors

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Team members

Other teams at National Council on Disability

Leadership Team

CEO and Executive Team