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 Proc. 7937 Title 3--The President all the people of the United States to continue our Nation's strong commit- ment to preventing and treating breast cancer and to finding a cure for this disease. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand five, and of the Independ- ence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirtieth. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 7937 of September 30, 2005 National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2005 By the President of the United States of Arnerica A Proclamation Across America, individuals with disabilities are making important con- tributions in the workplace. This month, we celebrate their accomplish- ments and reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that the opportunities of America are available and accessible to every citizen. Fifteen years ago, President George H. W. Bush signed into law the Ameri- cans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), reducing barriers for millions of Americans with disabilities and providing a mandate for the elimination of discrimination in the workplace and in the community. Since the ADA was enacted, people with disabilities have been able to participate more fully in the workforce, and our Nation has become stronger and more just. Yet more work remains, and we continue our efforts to enable Americans with disabilities to live and work with greater freedom. In the spirit of the ADA, my Administration's New Freedom Initiative has expanded access to assistive technologies, education, and opportunities for people with disabilities to integrate into the workforce. I signed into law legislation that improves the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to ensure that our young people with disabilities are prepared for the many opportunities ahead. Through these and other efforts, we are working to en- sure that Americans with disabilities can realize the promise of America. To recognize the contributions of Americans with disabilities and to en- courage all citizens to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce, the Con- gress, by joint resolution approved as amended (36 U.S.C. 121), has des- ignated October of each year as "National Disability Employment Aware- ness Month." NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 2005 as National Disability Em- ployment Awareness Month. I call upon Government officials, labor lead- ers, employers, and the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand five, and of the Independ- ence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirtieth. GEORGE W. BUSH 118

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