Disability Justice Day Prodamatton
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WHEREAS, July 26, 2024, is the 34th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with
Disabilities Act(ADA),marking the beginning of the modem Disability Justice
and Inclusion Movement; and
WHEREAS, we recognize the tireless efforts of disability justice advocates and allies who
pursue equal access for ALL people, regardless of ability'status, in Texas and
abroad; and
WHEREAS, on July 26, 1990, the ADA was signed by the United States President,
prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of
public life including employment,transportation, education, and more; and
WHEREAS, members of the Denton Community, including the Denton Committee on
Persons with Disabilities, continually champion the cause for disability
awareness, inclusion, and an end to discrimination and stigma; and
NOW,THEREFORE, 1, Gerard Hudspeth, Mayor of the City of Denton, Texas, do hereby declare and
proclaim the 26''day of July 2024 as
"DISABILITY JUSTICE DAY"
in the City of Denton.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and
caused the official seal of the City of Denton,Texas to be affixed
this the 18th day of July 2024.
ERARD HUDSPETH,MAYOR
ATTEST:
LAUREN THODEN,CITY SECRETARY
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