The Americans With Disabilities Act got a boost from Congress today. Legislation that provides ADA protections for a wider number of impairments and also aims to make it easier for employees to prove they have been discriminated against was approved in the House after passing the Senate last week. President Bush is expected to sign the bill into law, reports The New York Times. To read more click here.

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