Proclamation by the Governor of the State of Texas <\/p>\n
Texas is a state that fosters progress and prosperity, a state where economic development and job creation are prioritized and pursued as we look toward the future. Due to a highly skilled workforce, Texas is recognized as one of the best states in the union to do business. Now and in the future, it is especially important that the approximately four million Texans with disabilities continue to be vital in both the public and private sectors. <\/p>\n
During the last fiscal year, as a result of assistance from the Texas Workforce Commission, 3,870 people who self-identified as having a disability were successful in their search for employment. During the same period, the Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) assisted 14,277 Texans with disabilities in gaining employment. DARS also enhanced services to students with disabilities through increased availability of transition counselors to facilitate transition from school to employment. DARS has also taken a leadership role in promoting information accessibility in health and human service agencies. <\/p>\n
Texas colleges recognize that developmental classes are critical to the success of many students with disabilities, and more students with disabilities are attending college than ever before. Additionally, state agencies in Texas have partnered with college and university engineering departments on new inventions to assist people with disabilities. <\/p>\n
Highlighting the achievements of Texans, a University of North Texas student and artist, John Bramblitt, is featured on the 2006 Texas poster for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). John’s talent for creating emotion through his use of color and texture in his paintings is evident. He successfully challenges people’s conceptions of blindness, ultimately finding that painting gives him a meaningful opportunity to connect to others. His art and determination reflect and reinforce this year’s NDEAM theme: “American’s with Disabilities: Ready for the Global Workforce.” <\/p>\n
Another success, this year the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the Texas School for the Deaf are celebrating their 150th anniversary of excellence in education to Texas students with sensory disabilities. In addition to academics, students at both schools have opportunities for career exploration, internships, job placement and actual experience in the job market. <\/p>\n
Also of note, Texas applauds all who provided such valiant service during last year’s hurricane season. Continuing to prioritize this issue, statewide emergency response plans have strengthened evacuation provisions, including those related to individuals with disabilities. In Texas, today, a statewide registry allows people who need assistance evacuating to sign up for such assistance. <\/p>\n
To highlight the importance of equal employment opportunities for Americans with disabilities, and to recognize the many achievements of individuals dedicated to this cause, October has been designated as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. At this time, therefore, I encourage all Texans to recognize the employment potential of Texans with disabilities. Together, we can continue to make a difference for the future success of Texas. <\/p>\n
Therefore, I, Rick Perry, Governor of Texas, do hereby proclaim October 2006, Disability Employment Awareness Month in Texas, and urge the appropriate recognition whereof. <\/p>\n
In official recognition whereof, I hereby affix my signature this the 27th day of September, 2006. <\/p>\n
RICK PERRY(Signature)
\nGovernor of Texas<\/p>\n
http:\/\/www.governor.state.tx.us\/divisions\/press\/proclamations\/proclamation.2006-09-27<\/p>\n
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Proclamation by the Governor of the State of Texas Texas is a state that fosters progress and prosperity, a state where economic development and job creation are prioritized and pursued as we look toward the future. Due to a highly…<\/p>\n