Warsaw Mayor Vows to Pass Crucial Disability Bill

Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski Pledges Support for Personal Assistance Bill Warsaw, Poland – Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski has reaffirmed his commitment to passing a long-awaited personal assistance bill, addressing concerns raised by disability advocates and their caregivers. In a recent video, Trzaskowski directly responded to questions about the bill's progress, stating, "Gwarantuję państwu, że będę walczył o to, żeby ta ustawa znalazła się najpierw w sejmie, a potem żebym mógł ją podpisać." (I guarantee you that I will fight for this bill to first be in parliament, and then for me to be able to sign it.) The video shows a meeting where disability advocates expressed their frustration over the delays in implementing the bill. Trzaskowski acknowledged the past shortcomings in supporting this community, emphasizing his commitment to change. He stated that he has a legal and moral obligation to ensure the bill's passage, highlighting the importance of providing adequate support to those with disabilities and their caregivers. The video underscores the ongoing struggle for disability rights in Poland and the political will required to address these critical needs. The mayor's direct engagement with the community is a positive step towards achieving this goal.