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Feedback to better understand inequities faced by people with disabilities

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy is asking the public for feedback. They want to better understand the inequities faced by people with disabilities and identify gaps in what is currently known. This information will be used in the development of the Federal Evidence Agenda on Disability Equity, which will help the...

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General Day Layout: 8:30-9 Networking/Exhibitor Time 9-10 Gen session 1 hr 10:10-11:40 breakout 1.5 hours (2 sessions) 11:45-12:10 Grab Lunch 12:10-1:10 keynote or panel (2 sessions) 1:10-1:40 Exhibitor Time 1:50-3:20 Breakout session 1.5 hours (2 sessions) 3:30-5:00 breakout session 1.5 hours (2 sessions) (Day 2 drawing for door prize) Opening Sessions Defining Disability- Day 1...

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Don't miss this opportunity to showcase and provide information about your company's or organization’s products and services! You can reach more than 150 in-person participants. Exhibitor Table: Business Rate - $500 Government Rate - $250 Non-Profit Rate - $150 Add power outlet access- $40 for both days Note: Exhibitor fees do not include access to...

$343 million awarded to improve transit stations accessibility

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded $343 million in federal funding to help eight transit systems make their rail stations more accessible as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The upgrades will include installing elevators, making platforms for level boarding, improving signage, and improving visual and audio systems....

New webinar to help improve accessibility of public school buildings

The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division and the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights have a new webinar on YouTube, Accessible Public Schools. It covers ways school districts can increase accessibility of their school buildings and facilities for students and teachers with disabilities. The Justice Department worked with the Department of Education to develop...

U.S. Access Board signs agreement with disability and technology partners about artificial intelligence

The U.S. Access Board signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the American Association of People with Disabilities and the Center for Democracy & Technology to make sure the disability community is involved in activities related to Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI can increase accessibility, but it can also create barriers for people with disabilities. The...

Guide to help people who work for small state or local governments understand new web content and mobile app accessibility requirements

On April 24, 2024, the Federal Register published the Department of Justice’s final rule updating its regulations for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This final rule has requirements about how to make sure that web content and mobile applications (apps) are accessible to people with disabilities. The new Small Entity Compliance...

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Resources that support workforce mental health and well-being

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) published a special edition of its News Brief. It talks about the many resources the U.S. Department of Labor has to help employers, workers, service providers, and policymakers learn about and take action on workforce mental health and well-being. To learn...

DOT looking for comments on service animal transportation forms

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is looking for comments on the service animal forms airlines may require passengers to complete before traveling. It is asking for comments on renewing the Relief Attestation Form and on changes to the Air Transportation Form. Comments may also be made on ways to improve the quality and use...

Supporting the mental health of workers who are members of marginalized communities

The Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) has a new web page, Mental Health and Marginalized Communities. It provides information about supporting the mental health of workers who are members of marginalized communities and provides action steps for employers. These steps include: Build trust and make sure there is privacy and confidentiality...

Accessible adventures with the National Park Service

The National Park Service is dedicated to accessibility, offering resources for visitors and employees with disabilities. Each park's website features an accessibility section for trip planning. Plus, the Access Pass provides lifetime access to 2,000+ federal recreation sites. Learn about the Access Pass. Check out the National Park Service Accessibility Website.

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EEOC has new guidance to help prevent harassment in the workplace

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has new guidance to help prevent harassment in the workplace, “Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace.” It covers legal standards and employer's responsibilities concerning harassment claims under the federal employment discrimination laws that the EEOC enforces. The guidance will help people feel safer on the job and...

New rule to increase nondiscrimination protections and improve civil rights in health care

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has a new final rule that applies to Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act — which doesn't allow discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, and disability. The final rule improves civil rights protections for people who use health programs and services funded...

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