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Kirsten Gillibrand: “The legislation that I have introduced, the REAADI For Disasters Act will ensure the voices of these individuals are…”

On the recordJune 15, 2023
The legislation that I have introduced, the REAADI For Disasters Act will ensure the voices of these individuals are included throughout every phase of emergency preparation.
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Kirsten Gillibrand
Democratic · New York

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Gillibrand emphasizes the importance of including disabled individuals in emergency planning.

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