Presidential Proclamation — Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2016

I live in my own house and have my own business because of this Act.  Indeed the ADA is Awesome in action!!

“ANNIVERSARY OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, 2016

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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

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On July 26, 1990, our Nation marked a pivotal moment in history for Americans with disabilities. Fueled by a chorus of voices who refused to accept a second-class status and driven by a movement that recognized that our country is stronger and more vibrant when we draw on the talents of all our people, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) enshrined into law the notion that Americans living with disabilities deserve to participate in our society free from discrimination. Twenty-six years later, as we mark this anniversary, we recognize all this milestone law has made possible for the disability community….”

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