Speaker Johnson Appoints Brian Patchett to the National Council on Disability

WASHINGTON - On Monday, Speaker Johnson appointed Brian Patchett to the National Council on Disability, an independent federal agency within the executive branch focused on advancing policies supporting Americans with disabilities.

"I am honored to appoint Louisiana's own Brian Patchett to serve on the National Council on Disability. Brian's leadership at the Louisiana Association for the Blind has helped countless individuals with visual impairments across our state live more independent, fruitful lives," Speaker Johnson said. "His experience and dedication to serving individuals with disabilities will be a blessing to our country, and I'm grateful he has accepted this appointment."

"I am honored and grateful to Speaker Johnson for appointing me to the National Council on Disability. My focus as President and CEO of Louisiana Association for the Blind and my career has been to remove barriers for those with disabilities. As an adult with a visual impairment, I understand the challenges people with disabilities face while searching for a job and living an independent life. I have worked to help people overcome these obstacles. I am very hopeful my appointment to the National Council on Disability will allow me to continue my mission and improve access for those with disabilities in all aspects of our community," Brian Patchett said.

Background:

The National Council on Disability provides advice to the President, Congress, and executive branch agencies to advance policy that promotes the goals of the Americans with Disabilities Act - equality of opportunity, economic self-sufficiency, independent living, and full participation in all aspects of society - regardless of type or severity of disability. It is comprised of nine-total members, four appointed by leadership in Congress and five appointed by the President. For more information on the Council, visit their website: National Council on Disability | Mission and History.

Brian Patchett is the President and CEO of the Louisiana Association for the Blind and a current resident of Louisiana's Fourth Congressional District. For decades, Mr. Patchett has served thousands of visually impaired individuals in northwest Louisiana, helping them navigate their life at home, at work, and in the community.

Mr. Patchett's appointment to the Council has been entered into the Congressional Record of the United States House of Representatives. Click here to view his appointment.