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WHEREAS, Maryland recognizes the unlimited potential for all Marylanders, including those with disabilities, to live, work, and thrive in our communities; and

WHEREAS, Enabling technology, including assistive technology and remote supports, allows people with disabilities to enhance their functional independence; and

WHEREAS, Access to enabling technology supports and services allows Marylanders with disabilities to have independence, safety, and privacy; and

WHEREAS, On August 15, 2022, Maryland was declared a Technology First State, advancing Maryland’s commitment to empowering all citizens with disabilities to have access to technology that will enhance their ability to pursue their best life as they define it; and

WHEREAS, Maryland is committed to building a state that promotes equal opportunity, access, and choice for all Marylanders with disabilities.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, WES MOORE, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MARYLAND, do hereby proclaim AUGUST 15, 2025 as MARYLAND TECHNOLOGY FIRST DAY in Maryland, and do commend this observation to all of our citizens.