Texas Workforce Commission Seeking Members for Committee on Purchasing from People with Disabilities


At least once each fiscal year, the advisory committee will review and, if necessary, recommend changes to program objectives, performance goals and measures and criteria for participation.

Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is currently accepting applications to serve on the Advisory Committee of the Purchasing from People with Disabilities Program, also known as the Works Wonders Program. The committee is comprised of 13 members who advise TWC on matters related to the Works Wonders program, which assists individuals with disabilities in achieving independence through productive employment.

The committee meets at least twice a year. At least once each fiscal year, the advisory committee will review and, if necessary, recommend changes to program objectives, performance goals and measures and criteria for participation.

The committee members serve staggered four-year terms and may not serve more than two terms. Committee members include representatives from community rehabilitation programs (CRPs), advocates, individuals with disabilities and a representative from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
The current advisory committee vacancy represents the following category:
 
  • One individual representing an organization that advocates for persons with disabilities
  • TWC is accepting applications until filled for the current committee vacancy. Selected member will serve a term through February 1, 2025.
  • Send applications to PurchasingfromPeoplewithDisabilities@twc.texas.gov for consideration.
For further information or for an application to serve on the advisory committee, visit the Purchasing from People with Disabilities Advisory Committee web page on the TWC website. You may also send an email to PurchasingfromPeoplewithDisabilities@twc.texas.gov to request an application. 
 
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