sidewalks and building entrances. he used a wheelchair since a shooting accident at a police station as a teenager. the bullet didn't stop him from making his mark. just a little bit ago he was prased by nancy pelosi and received a standing ovation from his colleagues. the house approved the ada resolution. he joins us now to talk about this special moment. let's start right there. you've been there now all these years waiting for them to let you up there. what was it like? >> it was one of the most thrilling, exciting, and humbling experiences of my life. it's a real honor, and i'm grateful to nancy pelosi, the speaker of the house, who made it all happen. it was one of the last major things in the house chamber that needed to be made access i believe for the chamber really to be fully acceccessible and inclusive. i was thrilled to be part of it. >> let me ask you about the