(1) The general assembly finds and declares that:
(a) Nearly a half million Coloradans have one or more physical, mental, or developmental disabilities;
(b) Persons with disabilities are often subject to discrimination in the areas of telecommunications, public services, public accommodations operated by private entities, and employment; and
(c) The federal "Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990", 42 U.S.C. sec. 12101 et seq., as amended, established principles and guidelines regarding persons with disabilities.
(2) Therefore, it is in the best interests of the state of Colorado to strive to ensure equality of opportunity, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for all of the state's citizens, including persons with disabilities.