Newly Formed Advisory Commission on Disabilities Seeks Volunteers

A recently formed commission on disabilities is seeking 30 volunteer members, appointed by the governor, including individuals with disabilities, family members, or those with relevant expertise.

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Gov. Josh Shapiro recently signed three executive orders to strengthen the rights and protections of Pennsylvanians with disabilities and autism. The executive orders rescind previous orders and establish the Governor’s Advisory Commission on People with Disabilities. Those chosen for the commission will serve two-year terms.

The new commissioners will recommend policy changes across the disabilities spectrum; communicate administration initiatives to the public; engage with federal, state, and local agencies; and compile information on programs, funding, and additional supports to create and inclusive resource for individuals with disabilities and their family members.

Commission members should have lived experience or be a caregiver of a person with a disability. Those interested in taking part in the commission should email a resume to Moriah Hathaway, deputy director for the Governor’s Office of External Affairs, at mhathaway@pa.gov.