Barbara A. Thompson wrote a letter to Congressman James R. Jones expressing her support for Senate and House Bill H.R. 216, but requested that the minimum age limit of eligibility be removed to allow all children with disabilities to have access to special education from birth. She emphasized the importance of early intervention for children with disabilities and urged Congressman Jones to support the passage of the bill. Congressman Jones responded by thanking Thompson for her letter and expressing his support for improving special education programs tailored to the needs of children with handicaps. He assured Thompson that he would consider her views on the matter and welcomed her opinions to help him represent the constituents in Congress.