In the wake of President George W. Bush's signing of legislation creating an
Office of Electronic Government, Microsoft issued the following statement from Jack
Krumholtz, Director of Federal Affairs:
"Microsoft applauds Congress and the Administration for bringing
the e-government vision to reality with today’s Presidential signing of this important
legislation. This law will give more Americans access to their government using
the Internet and other information technology, and assist those with disabilities
to better access information under Section 508. Microsoft shares the belief that
technology can revolutionize the way government operates and empower citizens
by making government resources more readily available. By committing the federal
government to providing a wide array of services electronically, more citizens
will be empowered to participate in our democracy and realize their full potential."
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