Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which area is protected?

• A. Private sector employment only
• B. State unemployment benefits
• C. General education programs
• D. Programs conducted by federal agencies

Answer: (D)

The area protected is programs conducted by federal agencies. The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits discrimination based on disability in any program or activity that is administered by a federal agency, and in programs that receive federal financial assistance. That direct focus on federal-initiated programs makes this option the clearest match. Private sector employment is primarily governed by other laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act; unemployment benefits are state-administered and not guaranteed under this act unless tied to a federally funded program, and general education programs are only protected if they clearly receive federal funds.