This proposed rule needs our vocal support, as NCIL does not support the placement of people with disabilities in sheltered workshops and has never believed that such placement constitutes an employment outcome.
Letters can be from individuals, groups, SILCs, etc.
Here is the NPRM, which includes information about the proposed change and where to send your letter. We've also attached a copy of the letter NCIL will be sending to Commissioner Schroeder. We must receive your comments by August 25, 2000. Allowing people with disabilities to work in segregated workplaces, being paid less than minimum wage, is equal to sweatshops operated in America in the early 1900's and in impoverished nations today. Government sanctioning and support of sheltered employment, sends a message that people with disabilities are not entitled to the most basic workforce protection of earning the minimum wage.