On the recordNovember 16, 2011
The bottom line is if large cities like New York were to require that their taxicabs be of universal design, wheelchair accessible--not just wheelchair users would benefit.
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congress.govTom Harkin: “The bottom line is if large cities like New York were to require that their taxicabs be of universal design, wheelchair…”
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Harkin emphasizes the broader benefits of universal design in taxis.
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