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SR 125: Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia; recognize

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Senate Resolution 125

By: Senators Walker III of the 20th, Brass of the 6th, Anavitarte of the 31st, Goodman of the 8th, Kirkpatrick of the 32nd and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending the Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia (SILCGA) is a private nonprofit corporation that is governed by people from across the state with all types of disabilities; and

WHEREAS, SILCGA was created through amendments to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which require states, including Georgia, to establish Statewide Independent Living Councils to provide guidance for the development and expansion of independent living programs; and

WHEREAS, the role of SILCGA is to identify any societal barriers to independent living and to collaborate with its Centers for Independent Living, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, and other related entities to remove those barriers and increase supports and needed services; and

WHEREAS, SILCGA is also charged with developing the State Plan for Independent Living as required by federal law, and that plan is in place for 2025-2027; and

WHEREAS, SILCGA's Centers for Independent Living, staffed by individuals with disabilities, provide resources to individuals in their communities; and

WHEREAS, SILCGA's activities include sponsoring public meetings and hearings for educational and outreach efforts so as to promote and provide information to the public, state agencies, and local organizations as well as to individuals; and

WHEREAS, SILCGA also conducts studies and research relevant to the needs of individuals with disabilities; and

WHEREAS, SILCGA's mission includes elevating people with disabilities into leadership roles when possible; increasing positive perceptions of people with disabilities; providing information so individuals can be informed and proactive on issues; assuring use of personal assistance services; promoting visitable housing; funding to retrofit housing to become more accessible; advancing accessible public transit; ensuring equal opportunities to education; improving access to quality healthcare and insurance; increasing access to technology; and expanding availability of information sources, including alternative formats and interpreter services.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend the Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia for its service to Georgians living with disabilities and their families.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia.