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17,736 new jobs for people with disabilities in Texas

Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 17,736 more people with disabilities in Texas gained employment. People with disabilities previously have been left out of periods of economic growth. Today’s…

23,416 new jobs for people with disabilities in South Carolina

Gov. McMaster: “They’re ready to work, they’re looking for work and we’re growing in South Carolina.” Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, over 23,000 more people with disabilities…

6,993 new jobs for people with disabilities in Pennsylvania

Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 6,993 more people with disabilities in Pennsylvania became employed.  People with disabilities have previously been left out of periods of economic growth, today’s…

11,000 new jobs for people with disabilities in Oklahoma

Gov. Fallin: “We’ve had a focus on trying to help people get jobs.” Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 11,000 more people with disabilities in Oklahoma became employed. People…

Gov. Sandoval reiterates commitment to jobs for Nevadans with disabilities

Gov. Sandoval: “I’ve set some state policies with regard to the hiring of individuals with disabilities and will continue to do so.” Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, Nevada continues to…

945 new jobs for people with disabilities in New Mexico

Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 945 more people with disabilities in New Mexico gained employment. People with disabilities previously have been left out of periods of economic growth.…

New Governor of New Jersey Promises Jobs for People with Disabilities is a Priority

Gov. Murphy: “it is a significant priority of ours.” Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, people with disabilities are losing jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 3,153 more people with disabilities in New Jersey lost employment. People with disabilities previously have been left out of periods…

1,355 new jobs for people with disabilities in New Hampshire

Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 1,355 more people with disabilities in New Hampshire gained employment. People with disabilities previously have been left out of periods of economic growth. Today’s…

4,704 new jobs for people with disabilities in North Dakota

Gov. Burgum: “There’s more we can do.” Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 4,704 more people with disabilities in North Dakota became employed. People with disabilities have previously been…

4,966 new jobs for people with disabilities in Idaho

RespectAbility and Best Buddies present Gov. Otter award for job gains for Idahoans with disabilities.  Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 4,966 more people with disabilities in Idaho gained…

Iowa Lost 2,975 Jobs for People with Disabilities but Still Leads Most States

Washington, D.C., March 15 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities around the country are gaining jobs, success and independence. However, according to new data, 2,975 people with disabilities in Iowa lost jobs. Nationally, while Iowa has been significantly above the national average, people…

14,556 new jobs for people with disabilities in North Carolina

Gov. Cooper receives RespectAbility Award for job gains among North Carolinians with Disabilities. Washington, D.C., March 13 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, over 14,556 more people with disabilities in North Carolina gained…

4,459 new jobs for people with disabilities in Montana

Gov. Bullock receives RespectAbility Award for job gains among Montanans with Disabilities. Washington, D.C., March 13 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, over 4,459 more people with disabilities in Montana gained employment; an…

6,707 new jobs for people with disabilities in Ohio

Washington, D.C., March 13 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 6,707 more people with disabilities in Ohio gained employment. People with disabilities previously have been left out of periods of economic growth. Today’s…

931 new jobs for people with disabilities in Vermont

Washington, D.C., March 13 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 931 more people with disabilities in Vermont gained employment. People with disabilities previously have been left out of periods of economic growth.…

1,691 new jobs for people with disabilities in Delaware

Washington, D.C., March 13 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 16,91 more people with disabilities in Delaware became employed. People with disabilities have previously been left out of periods of economic growth, today’s workforce…

14,846 new jobs for people with disabilities in Colorado

Gov. Hickenlooper receives RespectAbility Award for job gains among Coloradans with Disabilities. Washington, D.C., March 13 – As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence. According to new data, 14,846 more people with disabilities entered Colorado’s workforce last year. People with…

3,477 people with disabilities lose jobs in Rhode Island as State Ranked 47th in America

Washington, D.C., March 9 — As the economy expands, for the first time in decades people with disabilities are gaining jobs, success and independence.   However, while nationally the growth of new jobs for people with disabilities went up four-fold, according to new data, 3,477 people with disabilities in Rhode Island lost…