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MI HR0320

Resolution

Status

Passed

10/13/2020

Primary Sponsor

Tim Sneller

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Origin

House of Representatives

100th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Declares October 2020 as Disability Employment Awareness Month in Michigan.
  • Recognizes that 67% of people with disabilities in Michigan were not working according to a 2017 Cornell University study.
  • Affirms the right of people with developmental disabilities to work in competitive integrated environments while earning minimum wage with necessary supports.
  • Notes that 2020 marks 75 years since Congress designated National Disability Employment Awareness Month with the theme "Increasing Access and Opportunity."
  • Encourages recognition of employment accomplishments for persons with disabilities and promotion of inclusive employment opportunities to enhance Michigan's communities and economic competitiveness.

Legislative Description

A resolution to declare October 2020 as Disability Employment Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

Last Action

Adopted

10/13/2020

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