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Ayotte Statement on 25th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act

Statement

Date: July 26, 2015
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Employment and Affirmative Action

U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte released the following statement today on the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) becoming law:

"Today marks the 25th anniversary of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination, and protects and promotes the rights of individuals with disabilities in every aspect of their lives. Thanks to this historic law, our country is a world leader on this issue. While we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the ADA, we must also renew our commitment to protecting Americans with disabilities when they are abroad. Ratifying the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities would mean greater accessibility for Americans with disabilities - including service members - if they live, work, serve, or study overseas. Approving the CRPD will preserve our country's status as a leader in standing up for the rights of individuals with disabilities, and I will continue to fight for its ratification at every opportunity."


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