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42 U.S.C. § 12211

Title 42 Chapter 126 Current through PL 118-3 Last updated: March 29, 2026 View on OLRC →
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§ 12211. Definitions

  • (a) For purposes of the definition of “disability” in section 12102(2) 1 1 See References in Text note below. of this title, homosexuality and bisexuality are not impairments and as such are not disabilities under this chapter.
  • (b) Under this chapter, the term “disability” shall not include—
    • (1) transvestism, transsexualism, pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, gender identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments, or other sexual behavior disorders;
    • (2) compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania; or
    • (3) psychoactive substance use disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs.

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