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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is signed into law by President George H.W. Bush. A landmark civil rights legislation which prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in various areas, including employment, public accommodations, transportation, and telecommunications. The ADA ensures that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. it covers five main areas: employment, state and local government services, public accommodations (like restaurants and stores), telecommunications, and transportation. More