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From: Tamera
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Subject: [BLMT] OT Technology Bill of Rights for the Blind
Technology Bill of Rights for the Blind
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT:
Chris Danielsen
Director of Public Relations
National Federation of the Blind
(410) 659-9314, extension 2330
(410) 262-1281 (Cell)
<mailto: cdanielsen@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx@nfb.org
Trevor Kincaid
Communications Director
Office of Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky
(202) 225-2111
U. S. Representative Jan Schakowsky Introduces
Technology Bill of Rights for the Blind
National Federation of the Blind Applauds Measure
To Ensure Blind People Equal Access to Technology
Washington, DC (January 27, 2010): Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL)
today introduced the Technology Bill of Rights for the Blind (H. R.
4533), which will mandate that all consumer electronics, home appliances,
kiosks, and electronic office technology provide user interfaces that are
accessible to the blind.
Dr. Marc Maurer, President of the National Federation of the Blind, said:
"The National Federation of the Blind appreciates the wise and decisive
action taken today by Representative Schakowsky. In recent years,
advances
in microchip and digital technology have led to the proliferation of
everyday products--such as dishwashers or copy machines--that have visual
displays and other user interfaces that are inaccessible to individuals
who
are blind or have low vision. Inaccessibility of these devices is a major
barrier to a blind person's independence and productivity. The Technology
Bill of Rights will ensure that manufacturers make their products
accessible
to all consumers, and that blind people will not be left behind as
technology continues to advance."
"The importance of access to technology in today's society cannot be
overstated. In many cases, a person's livelihood depends upon the ability
to
use technology," said Representative Schakowsky. "This bill will allow
people who are blind or have low vision to compete on a level playing
field
with their sighted peers and remain productive members of society."
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About the National Federation of the Blind
With more than 50,000 members, the National Federation of the Blind is
the
largest and most influential membership organization of blind people in
the
United States. The NFB improves blind people's lives through advocacy,
education, research, technology, and programs encouraging independence
and
self-confidence. It is the leading force in the blindness field today and
the voice of the nation's blind. In January 2004 the NFB opened the
National
Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute, the first research and
training
center in the United States for the blind led by the blind.
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