    [United States Statutes at Large, Volume 134, 116th Congress, 2nd Session]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

    Proclamation 10087 of September 30, 2020
    National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2020
    By the President of the United States of America
    A Proclamation
    During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we recognize the
    immeasurable contributions that Americans with disabilities make to our
    workforce. Their achievements not only strengthen our economy and
    communities but also exemplify the power of every American to help shape
    the future of our country. This month, we recommit to advancing an
    American workforce where everyone can fully pursue their God-given
    potential.
    Three decades ago, our Nation took a substantial step toward enabling
    Americans with disabilities to realize their full economic potential.
    With passage of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act, these
    citizens obtained expanded access to employment opportunities, including
    government and community services. Since then, our Nation has made great
    strides to create a more inclusive workforce and secure a future of
    purpose for every American. My Administration has built on these
    successes by delivering unprecedented opportunities for more than 61
    million Americans who have a disability. Due to these efforts, Americans
    with disabilities had the lowest annual unemployment rate on record last
    year. As we continue to restore our economy following the coronavirus
    pandemic, we will once again ensure historic employment opportunities
    for this incredible group of people.
    Now, more than ever, technology is at the forefront of our evolving
    national workforce. Accordingly, my Administration is harnessing
    emerging technologies that enable Americans with disabilities to work in
    new ways and in new environments. The Department of Labor's Partnership
    on Employment and Accessible Technology developed the Emerging
    Technology Playbook, which provides step-by-step guidance to ensure
    accessibility is being built into new technology from the start.
    Additionally, the Department of Health and Human Services has convened
    the Interagency Accessibility Forum to foster best practices in
    accessibility across the Federal Government. My Administration is also
    working with State and local policymakers through the State Ex

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    change on Employment and Disability initiative to build a more
    disability-inclusive employment landscape. While there is still progress
    to be made, I am committed to expanding rewarding, family-sustaining
    careers to Americans with disabilities in each and every State.
    This month, we recognize the talent and skill of Americans with
    disabilities. Their resolve and determination strengthen our country and
    inspire us all. Together, we will continue to advance and promote an
    inclusive workforce in which everyone can provide for themselves and
    their families, achieve the American Dream, and enjoy the prosperity of
    our great Nation.
    The Congress, by Joint Resolution approved August 11, 1945, as amended
    (36 U.S.C. 121), has designated October of each year as ``National
    Disability Employment Awareness Month.''; Most appropriately, this
    year's theme is ``Increasing Access and Opportunity.'';
    NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of
    America, do hereby proclaim October 2020 as National Disability
    Employment Awareness Month. I call upon government, employers, labor
    organizations, and the great people of the United States to recognize
    the month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities across
    our land.
    IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
    September, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty, and of the
    Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
    fifth.
    DONALD J. TRUMP