41.   Technology companies from software firms to semiconductor giants have complained for years about a shortage of qualified workers to fill specialized jobs.

42.   Still, Lindsey said, some industries are finding it hard to attract qualified workers to fill vacancies.

43.   That could make it more difficult for employers to attract qualified workers to the state.

44.   That could push companies to offer higher wages to attract qualified workers.

45.   The ADA bars workplace discrimination against otherwise qualified workers with physical or mental disabilities, and also covers those who are considered to have a disability.

46.   The federal law bars discrimination against qualified workers with disabilities and requires employers to make reasonable accommodations.

47.   The lack of qualified workers poses a huge threat to the U.S. economy.

48.   The law bars workplace discrimination against otherwise qualified workers with physical or mental disabilities, and also covers those who are considered to have a disability.

49.   The nation does not have enough qualified workers to supply a stronger economy, the argument goes.

50.   They could not find enough qualified workers for the openings that local companies needed to fill.