Governor's Committee on Disability Issues and Employment
The Governor's Committee on Disability Issues and Employment advises the governor, legislature and other policy-makers on issues important to people who have disabilities.Created by executive order in 1987, committee members volunteer to benefit Washington state citizens with disabilities by:
- Advising the governor, the legislature and state agencies on policies issues affecting persons with disabilities;
- Recognizing employers who demonstrate leadership in employing people with disabilities;
- Monitoring legislation to assure equal opportunity and access for employment, education, health care and public services;
- Providing training and technical assistance to the business community, thereby promoting employment opportunities and awareness of disability issues;
- Promoting understanding of the needs and potential of people with disabilities, offering information and awareness training to the public;
- Conducting all activities in barrier-free environments, using appropriate auxiliary aids and services to ensure effective communication.
