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The Road to Recognition The Road to Recognition The beginning of the Americans with Disabilities Act Page 15 of U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, Office for Civil Rights, Schedule of Future Events for Section 504 Compliance (1977): 1 The disability community in the United States has a long history of fighting for their rights. Institutionalization was the primary mode of care for individuals that society considered "handicapped" from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century. The …
Virtual Exhibit
Domestic Leadership Domestic Leadership The perfect backdrop for this section on President Bush's domestic policy is the large scale mural that features photos from various programs and initiatives. Sit at an interactive kiosk and learn about the Bush Administration's domestic policy, which included the Americans with Disabilities and Clear Air Acts. domestic power : : President Bush signs the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Ambassador Derek H. Burney of Canada, US Trade Representative Carla …
Public Papers
Nomination of Martin H. Gerry To Be an Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Services ID 1186 Date 11/13/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Martin H. Gerry to be an Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Services for Planning and Evaluation. He would succeed Robert B. Helms. Since 1978 Mr. Gerry has served as president of the Fund for Equal Access to Society, and since 1977 he has served as special counsel for the Wednesday Group of the House of Representatives. Prior to this, …
Finding Aid: FOIA
Records on Robert P. George Staff Archivists, December 2007. Previously restricted materials are added as they are released. 2008-0066-F The materials in FOIA 2008-0066-F are a selective, not necessarily all inclusive, body of documents responsive to the topic of the FOIA. Researchers should consult the archivist about related materials. FOIA 2008-0066-F consists of one file from the White House Counsels Office Staffing and Structure File and contains memoranda, questionnaires, a biographical sketch, and …
Photo Contact Sheets
President Bush Meets with Constituent Group Regarding Civil Rights Legislation. It is the Second Such Meeting of the Day. President Bush Participates in a Press Conference. Includes Views of the Press. Also Shows Marlin Fitzwater and Gen. Scowcroft. Shows the President Talking with Scowcroft and Fitzwater Outside the Cabinet Room in the Lobby. The President and Tim Mcbride Watch the Television Set in the Outer Oval Office, Shows Them with Gary …
Public Papers
Appointment of Don M. Newman as United States Representative on the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization With the Rank of Minister ID 1703 Date 03/28/1990 The President today announced his intention to appoint Don M. Newman to be the Representative on the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization. The President also announced his intention to nominate Mr. Newman for the rank of Minister during his tenure of service as Representative. He would succeed Edmund Stohr. Mr. …
Public Papers
Continuation of Robert W. Page, Sr., as an Assistant Secretary of the Army ID 572 Date 06/20/1989 The President today announced that Robert W. Page, Sr., will continue to serve as an Assistant Secretary of the Army (Civil Works). Since 1987 Mr. Page has served as Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works in Washington, DC. Prior to this, he served in several capacities with Kellogg Rust, Inc., including chairman and chief executive officer, 1982 - 1987; president and chief executive officer with M.W. …
Photo Contact Sheets
President Bush Meets with Constituent Group Regarding Civil Rights Legislation. It is the Second Such Meeting of the Day. President Bush Participates in a Press Conference. Includes Views of the Press. Also Shows Marlin Fitzwater and Gen. Scowcroft. Shows the President Talking with Scowcroft and Fitzwater Outside the Cabinet Room in the Lobby. The President and Tim Mcbride Watch the Television Set in the Outer Oval Office, Shows Them with Gary …
Photo Contact Sheets
President Bush participates in a signing Ceremony for Civil Rights Legislation (S. 1745) in the Rose Garden. Vice President Quayle and Attorney General Designate William Barr Look on as the President signs the Legislation. Also shows the President in the Oval Office with Art Fletcher, Sen. Robert Dole, Sen. Orrin Hatch and Gov. John Sununu. President Bush meets with Art Fletcher and Connie …
Public Papers
Statement on Signing the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 1990 ID 2447 Date 11/16/1990 Today I am pleased to sign S. 605, the ``Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 1990.'' This legislation authorizes appropriations through FY 1992 for the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and makes certain other changes to existing consumer protection laws. The Act reduces the number of commissioners required for a quorum from three to two when only three members are serving on the Commission. This …
Public Papers
Message to the Congress Transmitting the Report of the Federal Labor Relations Authority ID 4520 Date 07/01/1992 To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with section 701 of the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 (Public Law 95 - 454; 5 U.S.C. 7104(e)), I have the pleasure of transmitting to you the Thirteenth Annual Report of the Federal Labor Relations Authority for Fiscal Year 1991. George Bush The White House, July 1, …
Public Papers
Nomination of William Lucas To Be an Assistant Attorney General ID 359 Date 04/25/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate William Lucas to be an Assistant Attorney General (Civil Rights Division). He would succeed William Bradford Reynolds. Since 1987 Mr. Lucas has been an attorney with Evans and Luptak in Detroit, MI. He served as chief executive officer in Wayne County, MI, 1983 - 1987, and he served in the Wayne County Sheriff's Department, 1968 - 1983. Mr. Lucas served as a Special …
Public Papers
Statement on Signing the Judicial Improvements Act of 1990 ID 2522 Date 12/01/1990 I am very pleased to sign H.R. 5316, the ``Judicial Improvements Act of 1990.'' Most important, Title II of this Act provides for 85 new Federal judgeships. These additional judicial resources will provide needed assistance in our fight against crime and drugs by enhancing our courts' ability to provide swift and fair justice. They will also increase civil litigants' access to prompt judicial resolution of their cases. H.R. …
Presidential Daily Files
Magazines, January 29, 1990 Collection George H. W. Bush Papers Presidential Daily Files Control numbers 2009-0166-S Files https://catalog.archives.gov/medialz/presidential-libraries/bush/gb-gbpp/Pres_D… Level of description fileUnit Local ID 90534-002 Type of Materials Textual Records Extent One legal file folder Container ID 90534 Fileunit Status Online Coverage Date Mon, 01/29/1990 - 12:00 Daily diary date Mon, 01/29/1990 - 12:00 Extracted text Originally Processed With FOIA(s): FOIA Number: 2009-0166-S …
Presidential Daily Diary
[Presidential Daily Diary] 5/7/1992 Collection White House Office of Appointments and Scheduling Files Presidential Daily Diary and Presidential Daily Backup Materials Control numbers Pres-Bush Files https://catalog.archives.gov/medialz/presidential-libraries/bush/gb-whasf/Presi… Level of description fileUnit Local ID 12889-011 Type of Materials Textual Records Extent One Legal File Folder Container ID 12889 Fileunit Status Online Daily diary date Thu, 05/07/1992 - 12:00 Extracted text Originally Processed …
Public Papers
Exchange With Reporters Following a Fundraising Reception for Congressional Candidate Gary Franks in Waterbury, Connecticut ID 2353 Date 10/23/1990 Federal Budget Crisis Q. Mr. President, Congress seems to be hung up on the budget again. Will you sign another continuing resolution, number what -- 38 or 39? [Laughter] The President. Jim [Jim Miklaszewski, NBC News], I don't know. I'm so frustrated by Congress' inability to do anything, I don't know what I'm going to do. And I really don't know where it …
Public Papers
Message to the Congress Reporting Budget Deferrals ID 328 Date 04/18/1989 To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with the Impoundment Control Act of 1974, I herewith report five revised deferrals of budget authority now totaling 9,663,811. The deferrals affect programs in the Departments of Agriculture, Defense-Civil, Energy, Health and Human Services-Social Security Administration, and Justice. The details of the deferrals are contained in the enclosed report. George Bush The White House, …
Public Papers
Message to the Congress Transmitting Proposed Legislation on Access to Justice ID 3905 Date 02/04/1992 To the Congress of the United States: I am pleased to transmit today for your immediate consideration and enactment the ``Access to Justice Act of 1992''. The purpose of this proposal is to reduce the tremendous growth in civil litigation that has burdened the American court system and imposed high costs on our citizens, small businesses, industries, professionals, and government at all levels. A thorough …
Presidential Daily Files
Thursday, October 24, 1991 [2]: 1:15 P.M. Wires Collection George H. W. Bush Papers Presidential Daily Files Control numbers 2009-0166-S Files https://catalog.archives.gov/medialz/presidential-libraries/bush/gb-gbpp/Pres_D… Level of description fileUnit Local ID 90629-002 Type of Materials Textual Records Extent One legal file folder Container ID 90629 Fileunit Status Online Coverage Date Thu, 10/24/1991 - 12:00 Daily diary date Thu, 10/24/1991 - 12:00 Extracted text Originally Processed With FOIA(s): FOIA …
Finding Aid: Series
From Collection: Records of the White House Office of Records Management (George H.W. Bush Administration)
Series Subject Files on Freedoms This series contains correspondence and memoranda concerning the Baltic States, the Medal of Freedom, China, foreign freedom and human rights, the Civil Liberties Amendment Act of 1991, and the Freedom of Choice Act of 1991. 1 linear foot, 4 linear inches January 1989 - January 1993 498171405 Textual Records Restricted - Possibly Records may be closed under exemptions of the Presidential Records Act (PRA) and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Withdrawal sheets in …
Public Papers
Message on the Observance of National African-American (Black) History Month, February 1992 ID 3891 Date 01/29/1992 ``When I found I had crossed that line, I looked at my hands to see if I was the same person. There was such a glory over everything.'' With these words, Harriet Tubman described her escape from slavery during the mid-19th century. The glory of which she spoke was nothing less than freedom -- and the promise of better days to come. Although African-American history begins long before the days …
Public Papers
Remarks Commemorating the First Anniversary of the Signing of the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 ID 3245 Date 07/26/1991 First, may I greet the distinguished Members of Congress here in the front rows, thank them for coming, thank them for their interest in the passage of this important legislation we're here to celebrate today, but also in their interest in following up on it. May I greet, also, the Attorney General Dick Thornburgh, and our Secretary of HHS Lou Sullivan and the Vice President, of …
Public Papers
Message to the Congress Transmitting the Report of the Federal Labor Relations Authority ID 3903 Date 02/03/1992 To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with section 701 of the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 (Public Law 95 - 454; 5 U.S.C. 7104(e)), I have the pleasure of transmitting to you the Twelfth Annual Report of the Federal Labor Relations Authority for Fiscal Year 1990. The report includes information on the cases heard and decisions rendered by the Federal Labor Relations Authority, …
Public Papers
Houston Economic Summit Statement on Transnational Issues ID 2064 Date 07/10/1990 Terrorism We, the Heads of State or Government, reaffirm our condemnation of terrorism in all its forms, our commitment to make no concessions to terrorists or their sponsors, and our resolve to continue to cooperate in efforts to combat terrorism. We demand that those governments which provide support to terrorists end such support immediately. We are determined not to allow terrorists to remain unpunished, but to see them …
Public Papers
Remarks Prior to Discussions With President Vaclav Havel of Czechoslovakia in Helsinki ID 4558 Date 07/10/1992 President Havel, I want to express my great admiration and respect for your courage and leadership. As negotiations move forward on the future of the federal state, I want to assure you that we respect the rights of the people of the two Republics to decide their future. We think it important that the process take place in accordance with democratic, constitutional procedures and in a civil way so …
Finding Aid: Item
From Collection: Records of the White House Office of Speechwriting (George H. W. Bush Administration)
Item Signing of the ADA [Americans with Disabilities Act] Bill https://catalog.archives.gov/medialive/38/5941/594138/content/arcmedia/Public_Vaults/09136_2003_001_A.gif View in National Archives Catalog Textual Records This item is a photocopy of speech cards used by President George H. W. Bush at the signing ceremony of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, 1990. In this speech, President Bush specifically mentioned four individuals who helped with the bill: Evan Kemp, Justin Dart, Boyden …
Presidential Daily Files
Friday, October 25, 1991 [2] Collection George H. W. Bush Papers Presidential Daily Files Control numbers 2009-0166-S Files https://catalog.archives.gov/medialz/presidential-libraries/bush/gb-gbpp/Pres_D… Level of description fileUnit Local ID 90629-004 Type of Materials Textual Records Extent One legal file folder Container ID 90629 Fileunit Status Online Coverage Date Fri, 10/25/1991 - 12:00 Daily diary date Fri, 10/25/1991 - 12:00 Extracted text Originally Processed With FOIA(s): FOIA Number: …
Presidential Daily Files
Friday, July 26, 1991 [1] Collection George H. W. Bush Papers Presidential Daily Files Control numbers 2009-0166-S Files https://catalog.archives.gov/medialz/presidential-libraries/bush/gb-gbpp/Pres_D… Level of description fileUnit Local ID 90611-003 Type of Materials Textual Records Extent One legal file folder Container ID 90611 Fileunit Status Online Coverage Date Fri, 07/26/1991 - 12:00 Daily diary date Fri, 07/26/1991 - 12:00 Extracted text Originally Processed With FOIA(s): FOIA Number: 2009-0166-S …
Presidential Daily Files
Magazines, October 8, 1990 Collection George H. W. Bush Papers Presidential Daily Files Control numbers 2009-0166-S Files https://catalog.archives.gov/medialz/presidential-libraries/bush/gb-gbpp/Pres_D… Level of description fileUnit Local ID 90564-005 Type of Materials Textual Records Extent One legal file folder Container ID 90564 Fileunit Status Online Coverage Date Mon, 10/08/1990 - 12:00 Daily diary date Mon, 10/08/1990 - 12:00 Extracted text Originally Processed With FOIA(s): FOIA Number: 2009-0166-S …
Public Papers
Message to the Congress Transmitting Proposed Legislation on Accountability in Government ID 4173 Date 04/09/1992 To the Congress of the United States: I am pleased to transmit today for your immediate consideration and enactment the ``Accountability in Government Act of 1992.'' The legislation would extend to the Congress and the White House the relevant portions of five laws that apply to the private sector. The laws in question are the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (minimum wage law), the Civil …