Number: RS20588
Title: OLMSTEAD V. L.C.: IMPLICATIONS AND SUBSEQUENT JUDICIAL, ADMINISTRATIVE, AND LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
Authors: Melinda De Atley and Nancy Lee Jones, American Law Division 
Abstract: The Supreme Court ruled in Olmstead v. L.C. that Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires states to transfer individuals with mental disabilities into community settings rather than institutions when a state treatment professional has determined the appropriateness of such an environment, the community placement is not opposed by the individual with a disability, and the placement can be reasonably accommodated. This report discusses the Supreme Court's decision, subsequent lower court decisions, the Health Care Financing Administration's (HCFA's) letter to states providing interim compliance guidance, and selected legislation.
Pages: 5
Date: Updated May 31, 2000