The figures that my friend from Wyoming cites are people, many of whom came here disabled, and so they have ended up on SSI. This applies to people who have become disabled after they have come here. I hope that the amendment will be accepted.
Addressing concerns about disability and SSI in relation to an amendment during Senate debate.
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