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Mobility and handling: That complex process, explained earlier by Congressman Langevin, is also a focus area of improvement.

Overall, we must work to break down all barriers in our society so that people with disabilities can live more full and independent lives.

For me, accessible air travel is a must. In fact, I can confidently say that without it, I would not be able to do my job effectively.

PVA urges Congress to make systemic improvements in air travel in the next FAA reauthorization by including the Air Carrier Access Amendments Act, which was introduced by Representative Langevin.

As a person living with a disability, this issue is deeply personal to me.

Madam Speaker, I rise today to mark Transgender Awareness Week. In recent years, we have seen increased transgender visibility, whether on our TV screens with Angelica Ross on ``Pose'' and ``American Horror Story'' and Amy Schneider's…

This issue is deeply personal for me, as you can imagine. I have been a wheelchair user ever since 1980.

For me, accessible air travel is a must, because without it, I would not be able to do my job effectively.

I want to thank you for your leadership of this committee but, in particular, your support and attention to people with disabilities.

I think we can all agree that the status quo is unacceptable.

We strongly support the Air Carrier Access Amendments Act (ACAAA), H.R. 1696, which was introduced by Rep. Jim Langevin (D-RI).

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Madam Speaker, this bill is proof of the extraordinary leadership of Chairman Nadler and the Judiciary Committee. He has led our committee in a principled, determined way. I think as a result of his leadership, the Judiciary Committee has…

Mr. President, I would like to the say a few words about my colleague and friend and my battle buddy, Senator Jim Inhofe. It has been a great honor to serve beside Jim. I am grateful--we are all grateful--for the legacy of his service he…

I want to give a special thank you to Representative Langevin for your testimony today, for being here, and for sharing your personal experiences with travel to help improve legislation to ensure that the experience is improved for all…