[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 83 (Wednesday, May 17, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E453]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   NATIONAL MOBILITY AWARENESS MONTH

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                             HON. RAUL RUIZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 17, 2023

  Mr. RUIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ask that Congress recognize 
May as National Mobility Awareness Month. Millions of Americans across 
all age groups--six million of whom are veterans that have served our 
country--have had their mobility impacted due to an injury or a medical 
diagnosis. Unfortunately, Americans with physical disabilities report 
experiences of inadequate transportation and mobility options as a 
major challenge in their daily lives.
  This May, the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association--an 
association of automotive mobility professionals dedicated to improving 
the quality and safety of accessible transportation solutions--is 
celebrating the 11th National Mobility Awareness Month to increase 
public awareness of automotive mobility transportation issues and 
highlight solutions to illustrate that people with disabilities can 
live active and mobile lifestyles.
  Customized auto mobility solutions change lives and allow people with 
disabilities to pursue and maintain meaningful employment, participate 
in the activities of daily life, improve their physical and mental 
health, and enjoy the freedom of the open road. Accessible 
transportation solutions are truly life-changing, and raising awareness 
is critical because Americans with disabilities should know about the 
accessible and adaptive transportation solutions that support a 
healthy, fulfilling, mobile lifestyle. I ask my colleagues to join me 
in recognizing and supporting National Mobility Awareness Month.

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