Today, February 14, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced the establishment of the Office of the Chief Disability Officer to advocate on behalf of people with disabilities. People Inc. applauds these efforts to increase advocacy and looks forward to future strides under Chief Disability Officer Kimberly T. Hill’s leadership! Learn more at this video and press release.

“This is an historic day. I will call this also a day that is long overdue," Governor Kathy Hochul said after appointing Kimberly T. Hill as the state's first chief disability officer. Learn more from 7 News WKBW, including quotes from People Inc. Associate Vice President of Public Affairs Kevin Horrigan and Disability Advocate BJ Stasio, who receives supports from People Inc.