THE RIGHTS OF PUBLIC AND SCHOOL EMPLOYEES WITH HIV (AIDS)

WHEREAS, the findings of United States Public Health authorities and international medical experts indicate that the transmission of the HIV (AIDS) virus does not occur occupationally in school settings; and

WHEREAS, recent court decisions have held that public and school employees cannot be discriminated against with respect to employment solely on the basis of their having contracted a contagious disease:

RESOLVED, the AFT will support efforts to defend the employment rights of public and school employees with HIV, as well as efforts to protect students with HIV against discrimination with regard to educational placement and opportunities; and

RESOLVED, AFT will continue to provide its affiliates with timely and accurate information and technical assistance concerning the transmission and prevention of HIV as well as policy issues concerning HIV and the workplace.