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Senator Casey Discusses Efforts to Ensure Federal Tech Accessibility for People with Disabilities
Submitted by Neil Snyder on
In a statement submitted Wednesday to the Congressional Record, U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Chairman Bob Casey outlined his efforts to ensure that the federal government’s technology is accessible for people with disabilities. Existing law requires federal websites, apps, electronic documents, and other technology to be accessible for, and usable by, people with disabilities. However,…
Government documents
U.S. Access Board Invites Public Comments as Part of Developing Artificial Intelligence Equity, Access & Inclusion for All
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
Throughout the month of August, the U.S. Access Board held a series of public hearings on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on people with disabilities. On August 8, two hearings (in the morning and afternoon) were held to hear from members of the disability community. Additionally, a panel of speakers delivered remarks on the risks, benefits, and potential of artificial intelligence with…
Recorded Events/Videos
Transportation: Access for All
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) released a video highlighting the federal infrastructure package and how it will improve access to public transportation and air travel for people with disabilities. The video includes captions and American Sign Language interpretation, and features, among others, Matt Scott, a five-time Paralympian and gold medalist; Dr. Anjali Forber-Pratt, a two-time…
Recorded Events/Videos
Transportation: Access for All
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) released a video highlighting the federal infrastructure package and how it will improve access to public transportation and air travel for people with disabilities. The video includes captions and American Sign Language interpretation, and features, among others, Matt Scott, a five-time Paralympian and gold medalist; Dr. Anjali Forber-Pratt, a two-time…
Government documents
#DidYouKnow: Enforcing the Americans With Disabilities Act Fact Sheet
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is divided into five sections, which are known as titles. These five titles describe the rights of people with disabilities and the responsibilities of governments, businesses, and organizations covered by the law. What happens when someone believes the law was violated? Several federal agencies enforce the ADA. The agency responsible for responding to a…
Event
Open FCC Disability Advisory Committee Meeting
The Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) provides a means for stakeholders with interests in accessibility issues to exchange ideas, facilitates the participation of consumers with disabilities in proceedings before the Commission, and assists the Commission in educating the greater disability community and covered entities on disability-related matters.…
News releases
FCC Announces Domestic Abuse Survivors May Get Discounted Phone Services
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
On September 10, 2024, the FCC announced that survivors of domestic abuse can get discounted phone, internet, or bundled services through the FCC’s Lifeline program. Survivors can now make a request with their service provider to separate their mobile phone lines from family plans where the abuser is on the account. Impacted survivors experiencing financial hardship can also receive up to six…
News releases
FCC Announces Domestic Abuse Survivors May Get Discounted Phone Services
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
On September 10, 2024, the FCC announced that survivors of domestic abuse can get discounted phone, internet, or bundled services through the FCC’s Lifeline program. Survivors can now make a request with their service provider to separate their mobile phone lines from family plans where the abuser is on the account. Impacted survivors experiencing financial hardship can also receive up to six…
News releases
EEOC Sues Employer for Disability Discrimination
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
EEOC v. Smith’s Detection Inc., Case No. 1:24-cv-2510 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, Baltimore Division. The agency filed against Smith’s Detection, Inc., a leading manufacturer of threat detection equipment, for demoting a disabled employee to avoid providing her with personal protective equipment (PPE). The employee, who suffered from complete hearing loss in her left…
Government documents
#DidYouKnow: ADA.Gov Posts Guidance on Effective Communication Requirements
Submitted by ICAAT Tech Forum on
The U.S. Department of Justice publication, ADA Requirements: Effective Communication is designed to help title II ((State and local governments) and title III entities ((businesses and nonprofit organizations that serve the public) understand how ADA rules for effective communication apply to them. These entities must provide auxiliary aids and services when needed to communicate effectively with…
