“There’s a great level of support—it’s growing—and there is momentum,” Barrozo said.
She noted that the bill has attracted a wide range of supporters, including both Democratic and Republican co-sponsors in the House and the Senate.
“It definitely has bipartisan support,” Bartholet said. “I’m hopeful it will be passed.”
The Landrieu staffer praised the efforts of the Harvard and Boston College faculties.
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“They are one persuasive and influential voice among many that are now joining the choir,” the staffer said. “I think members of Congress will respond.”
—Staff writer Tyler S. Olkowski can be reached at tyler.olkowski@thecrimson.com. Follow him on twitter @OlkowskiTyler.