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Jim Langevin: “As it outlines, people with disabilities already face significant barriers to competitive, integrated employment, and we…”

On the recordJanuary 15, 2020
As it outlines, people with disabilities already face significant barriers to competitive, integrated employment, and we cannot allow another barrier to remain in their way. Mr. Chair, I am proud to vote in favor of strengthening the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and I thank my good friend, Chairman Scott, for championing this effort. Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to join me in restoring justice for American workers and voting in favor of final passage.
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Jim Langevin
Democratic · Rhode Island
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Jan 15, 2020

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