A senate RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE march 4, 2026, AS "disability advocacy DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.

 

Whereas, this year marks the thirty-seventh annual Disability Advocacy Day. This event is a vital opportunity for individuals with disabilities, their families, and supporters to engage directly with lawmakers and share their stories; and

 

Whereas, one in three South Carolinians has a disability. These individuals, like all others, deserve the right to live, work, and fully participate in their communities throughout their lifetimes; and

 

Whereas, people with disabilities have the right to equal opportunities to live full, productive lives as valued citizens. They have the right to receive the support they need to exercise self-determination, to achieve independence, and to become productive members in the workplace; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations helps bring the concerns of people with disabilities to the forefront of public awareness; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations has become a credible source of information for policymakers, advocates, self-advocates, and the public about the issues that are important to individuals with disabilities; and

 

Whereas, the purpose of Disability Advocacy Day is to increase awareness and understanding among legislators, administrators, policymakers, and the public about the issues that are important to individuals with disabilities. Disability Advocacy Day provides a platform to highlight the challenges faced by South Carolinians with disabilities and propose solutions to ensure that everyone has access to the services and opportunities they deserve.  Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the Senate:

 

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize March 4, 2026, as "Disability Advocacy Day" in South Carolina.

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