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Maggie Hassan: “I know first-hand the importance of every child being able to learn at school and fully participate in our communities…”

On the recordSeptember 25, 2026
I know first-hand the importance of every child being able to learn at school and fully participate in our communities, which is why I will continue to urge my colleagues to pass my bipartisan RISE Act and ease the transition from high school to college for students with disabilities so that they can focus on their education.
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Maggie Hassan
Democratic · New Hampshire

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Urging colleagues to pass the RISE Act.

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