    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1998, Book I)]
    [June 26, 1998]
    [Page 1066]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Supreme Court Decision in Bragdon v. Abbott
    June 26, 1998

        I am pleased with today's Supreme Court decision in Bragdon v.
    Abbott. This decision reinforces the protections offered by the landmark
    Americans with Disabilities Act for Americans living with HIV and AIDS.
    The ADA was enacted with strong bipartisan support to protect Americans
    with disabilities from discrimination. My administration argued
    successfully in this case that people with HIV are disabled whether or
    not they have developed the symptoms of AIDS.
        I am firmly committed to protecting all Americans, including those
    living with HIV and AIDS, from discrimination, and ensuring that each of
    us can benefit from all America has to offer. Today's decision will help
    in fulfilling that commitment.