Testimony on House Bill 225 — Brittany Stiltner, Sandco Industries, Commerce and Labor Committee
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Testimony regarding House Bill 225 addressed to Chairman Johnson, Vice Chair Lear, Ranking Member McNally and members of the Commerce and Labor Committee, from Brittany Stiltner, CEO of Sandco Industries. The testimony expresses opposition to the elimination of 14(c) certificates. It states that the 14(c) certificate allows the organization to provide customized, supportive employment opportunities to individuals who may not be able to succeed in a traditional competitive work environment. It states that 14(c) is not viewed as a permanent solution for everyone or as the only path to employment, and it urges the committee to protect the right to choose the employment setting that best fits individual needs.
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Chairman Johnson, Vice Chair Lear, Ranking Member McNally, and members of the Commerce and Labor Committee, Thank you for the opportunity to submit testimony regarding House Bill 225. My name is Brittany Stiltner, and I serve as the CEO of Sandco Industries, a nonprofit organization committed to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities through meaningful, person-centered services, including employment opportunities. I am writing today to express my opposition to the elimination of 14(c) certificates. At Sandco, the 14(c) certificate allows us to provide customized, supportive employment opportunities to individuals who may not be able to succeed in a traditional competitive work environment. These jobs offer far more than a paycheck. They provide purpose, structure, pride, and connection. For many of the individuals we serve, 14(c) is the difference between isolation and inclusion. We do not view 14(c) as a permanent solution for everyone, nor as the only path to employment. We support choice and believe in expanding access to integrated, community-based work when it aligns with each individual’s goals and abilities. But for some, 14(c) offers a vital, appropriate, and empowering alternative. Phasing out this option entirely would eliminate opportunities for people who depend on it—individuals whose stories too often go unheard in policy conversations. I urge you to consider the real people behind the numbers and to protect their right to choose the employment setting that best fits their needs. Thank you for your time and consideration. Respectfully, Brittany Stiltner CEO Sandco Industries 567 Premier Drive Clyde, Ohio 43410 419-547-3273 ext 100
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