    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2004, Book I)]
    [May 13, 2004]
    [Page 869]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Senate Passage of Individuals With Disabilities Education
    Improvement Legislation
    May 13, 2004

        I am pleased that the Senate passed the ``Individuals with
    Disabilities Education Improvement Act,'' which would continue to build
    on the great progress we have made in helping children with disabilities
    achieve their full potential. By working together to open doors for
    citizens with disabilities, we can help fulfill the promise of our great
    Nation.
        This legislation will further promote educational opportunities for
    children with disabilities. I am committed to working together with
    students, parents, teachers, schools, and communities to ensure that all
    children are given every chance to learn and to reach their full
    potential, including children with disabilities.
        I urge the House and Senate to meet in a timely manner in order to
    reach agreement on a final legislative package that I can sign into law
    this year.