The Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities

The Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities is within the office of the Governor. The committee's mission is to further opportunities for persons with disabilities to enjoy full and equal access to lives of independence, productivity, and self-determination. The committee is composed of 12 members appointed by the governor and of nonvoting ex officio members. The members are appointed for staggered terms of two years. At least seven of the appointed members must be persons with disabilities. The Committee serves as a central source of information and education on the abilities, rights, problems, and needs of persons with disabilities. The staff of the Governor’s Committee supports and manages the work of the committee. The Committee’s enabling statute is in the Human Resources Code, Chapter 115.

2012 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Awareness Day Proclamation

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About the Governor's Committee

Key Services
The Governor’s Committee recommends changes in disability policies and programs in the areas of accessibility, communication, education, emergency preparedness, health, housing, recreation, transportation, veterans and workforce. The Committee also supports a network of committees on people with disabilities, issues awards to promote greater awareness, and promotes compliance with disability related laws.

For more information on Disability History or Etiquette and a “Resource Guide on Disability Topics Important to Texans”, email us or call 512-463-5739.

Upcoming Events

ADA Roundtable Events

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
A month long celebration in conjunction with the Annual Employment Awards.

Lex Frieden Employment Awards ceremony - Wednesday, October 24, 2012 11:30am, Houston

APA/GCPD Accessibility Awards ceremony - Thursday, January 24, 2013 12:00pm, Round Rock