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On the recordJune 20, 2008
I was the sponsor and principal manager of the Americans with Disabilities Act when it passed. The good news is we have worked very hard, and the disability community has worked very hard with the business community, and we have agreement now with employers and with the disability community on a bill that makes sense for both. I appreciate the distinguished Republican whip for cosponsoring this legislation, and I look forward to working with him to ensure the passage of this bill on Wednesday next.
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Steny Hoyer
Democratic · Maryland

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Discussing the progress on a bill related to the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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