Monthly Archives: July 2022

Congratulations to NYSID's president and CEO Maureen O'Brien for being recognized by the Albany Business Review among its Power 50: The Most Influential People in Capital Region Business.

Per the Business Review, “these individuals are committed to building up the region, setting the stage for new investment and tackling critical issues to create a more inclusive community.”

"I would like every company in this region and the state to understand that they can do business with NYSID. By diversifying their supply chains with NYSID they can prioritize employment of individuals with disabilities," said O’Brien. 

Click here to read Maureen's story and see the full Power 50 li

The creation of more competitive, integrated employment opportunities for people with disabilities has been the goal of recent efforts aimed at modernizing NYSID's enabling legislation under New York State Finance Law.

A bill to modernize the language was passed unanimously by both the Senate and Assembly in June. The modernized legislation is currently awaiting signature by Governor Kathy Hochul, who has clearly demonstrated a commitment to better opportunities for individuals with disabilities. 

We are grateful for the solid support of bill sponsors Senator John W. Mannion, Chair of the Senate Disabilities Committee and Assemblymember Chris Burdick, Chair of the Assembly Subcommittee on Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities. 

The modernized legislation was made possible through the collective voices of NYSID, the New York Alliance for Innovation & Inclusion, The Arc New York, New York State Preferred Source Program for New Yorkers