Laws: Cases and Codes : U.S. Code : Title 42 : Section 12211


   
U.S. Code as of: 01/19/04
Section 12211. Definitions

    (a) Homosexuality and bisexuality
      For purposes of the definition of "disability" in section
    12102(2) of this title, homosexuality and bisexuality are not
    impairments and as such are not disabilities under this chapter.
    (b) Certain conditions
      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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