Technical assistance is offered to strengthen the partnership between states and the federal government. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that eight states will be…
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Education Secretary Announces 2024 National Educational Technology Plan
The plan outlines closing divides in the access, design, and use of digital technology. The U.S. Department of Education recently announced its 2024 National Educational Technology Plan (NETP):…
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Transportation Department Announces Airline’s Wheelchair Improvements
United Airlines implementing wheelchair access and information. The Department of Transportation (DOT) recently announced that United Airlines is beginning to implement the terms of a disability complaint brought…
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Education Department Funds 20 Disability Self-Sufficiency Programs
$199 million to create new models for training youth with disabilities. The Department of Education announced $199 million to fund 20 projects aimed at workshopping models for training…
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Department of Labor Promotes Mental Health in the Workplace
Labor officials met in Boston to support mental health strategies in work environments. The U.S. Department of Labor sent officials to Boston to participate in an event at…
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VA Makes Benefit Letters Accessible to Blind Veterans
App or web browsers can now read the decision letter. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that the VA Health and Benefits mobile app is now compatible…
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24 Members Appointed to Transportation Equity Committee
New officials are acquainted with accessibility strategy and policy The Department of Transportation appointed 24 new members to the Advisory Committee on Transportation Equity (ACTE). The committee is…
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DOT Announces Rule for Airplane Restroom Accessibility
Inaccessible lavatories are an issue for disabled passengers. The Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a final rule requiring airlines to install fully accessible bathrooms in all new single-aisle…
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Accessibility Requirements Proposed for Video Conferencing Platforms
FCC seeks to ensure equitable communication. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel has submitted a proposal to enforce accessibility requirements on video conferencing platforms like Zoom, Microsoft…
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Secretary Cardona Welcomes Assistant Secretary of Special Ed
Glenna Wright-Gallo has 25 years of experience in special needs education. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona commended the Senate’s recent confirmation of Glenna Wright-Gallo, welcoming the new assistant…
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