Accessibility in the News — Knowledge is Power  6/23/2023. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has vetoed a bipartisan bill, House Bill 3159, that aimed to expand vote-by-mail access for individuals with disabilities, particularly those who are blind or paralyzed and require assistance marking their ballots. Advocates argue that the veto is a setback for voters with disabilities who have long advocated for the ability to mark their mail-in ballots independently. The[…]

Accessibility in the News — 6/9/2023. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted to enforce accessibility requirements on video conferencing platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Webex. Despite the widespread use of video conferencing for work, education, and personal communication, individuals with disabilities often face challenges in effectively using these platforms. Issues include inadequate captioning, difficulties in displaying sign language interpreters, limited control of accessibility tools, and the absence[…]

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Accessibility in the News — 5/12/2023. A recent report by the Delaware Community Legal Aid Society reveals that 30% of polling places in Delaware have violated accessibility standards outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The study assessed 145 polling places during the November elections and discovered issues such as insufficient accessible parking spaces, non-compliance with ADA guidelines for designated parking, and lack of training for poll workers across[…]

Accessibility in the News — 4/28/2023. Airline accessibility ensures that all passengers, including those with disabilities and mobility limitations, can travel safely and comfortably. Accessible features such as wheelchair ramps, accessible lavatories, and seating accommodations for passengers with disabilities or special needs allow these individuals to board and disembark the plane without difficulty. Moreover, it helps to promote equal access to air travel, which has become a fundamental right for[…]