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Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2007
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For Immediate Release Office of the Press Secretary July 24, 2007

Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2007 A Proclamation by
the President of the United States of America

˙˙White House News


On the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we
celebrate our progress towards an America where individuals with
disabilities are recognized for their talents and contributions to our
society. We also underscore our commitment to extend the full liberties and
freedoms of our great country to all Americans.

Seventeen years ago, President George H. W. Bush signed the ADA into law.
This legislation became one of the most successful and compassionate
reforms in our Nation's history, helping to ensure that individuals with
disabilities are better able to develop meaningful skills, engage in
productive work, and participate fully in the life of our Nation.

My Administration continues our work to build on this landmark legislation.
In 2001, I announced the New Freedom Initiative to promote the full
participation of people with disabilities in all areas of society by
improving educational and employment opportunities, increasing access to
assistive technologies, expanding transportation options, and promoting
homeownership and integration into daily community life. The New Freedom
Initiative and the ADA provide children with disabilities the tools they
need to succeed in schools and communities. Working men and women living
with disabilities contribute to our strong economy, and the "Ticket to
Work" program and services at One-Stop Career Centers help expand
employment opportunities. The DisabilityInfo.gov website connects
individuals with disabilities and their families to vital information that
helps more Americans share in the promises of our Nation.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim July 26, 2007, as a day in
celebration of the 17th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
I call on all Americans to celebrate the vital contributions of individuals
with disabilities as we work towards fulfilling the promise of the ADA to
give all our citizens the opportunity to live with dignity, work
productively, and achieve their dreams.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day of
July, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second.

GEORGE W. BUSH

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