Jim Langevin: “Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I want to thank you for holding this hearing.”

As a person living with a disability, this issue is deeply personal to me.

Overall, we must work to break down all barriers in our society so that people with disabilities can live more full and independent lives.

I just joined the hearing. I was in the House Armed Services Committee mark-up, so just joined, and I will hold on questions for now.

For me, accessible air travel is a must, because without it, I would not be able to do my job effectively.