Tag: Jim Langevin
A congressman wasn’t allowed on a flight — because of his wheelchair
Wheelchairs powered by lithium-ion batteries are growing in popularity, but airline workers have mistakenly prevented some passengers, including Rep. Jim Langevin, from boarding planes
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Langevin Presides Over House Opening 116th Congress
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Jim Langevin (D-RI), the first quadriplegic elected to Congress, presided over the U.S. House of Representatives Jan. 3, during the...
RI Congressman speaks to Bush’s work defending Americans with disabilities
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WPRI) -- As thousands made their way to the Capitol on Tuesday to pay their respects to former President George H.W. Bush,...
