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Celebrating the Americans with Disabilities Act
August 6, 2010
Dear Friends,
 Last week we commemorated the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This legislation changed the lives of so many Americans, and provided a clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of discrimination against individuals with disabilities.
Over the past 20 years, this law has allowed Americans with disabilities to have access to educational opportunities, employment, transportation, buildings, housing, and community affairs that once presented insurmountable obstacles.
In June of 2008, it was my honor to advance the cause of this legislation even further by voting in favor of the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act, legislation which provides Americans with disabilities an even broader scope of freedom and protection.
This law has improved the lives of millions of Americans with disabilities. But while we celebrate the freedom and opportunities provided by the ADA, we must also recognize that there is more work to be done to secure equal rights for all Americans, regardless of their physical or mental abilities. I am committed to continuing this work, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure all people can reach their full potential.
The U.S. Department of Justice is charged with overseeing the application of the ADA. If you have questions about requirements or need to report a violation of the ADA, you may call the U.S. Department of Justice's toll-free ADA Information Line at 800-514-0301.
Sincerely,
U.S. Congressman Mike McIntyre
Representing the 7th District of North Carolina
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