[il-talk] U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky Introduces Technology Bill of Rights for the Blind

Thu Jan 28 01:43:09 UTC 2010

"Impress others by the power of your example, and not by the example of your power."

Illinois has definitely set an example for all the affiliates.

Being part of this endeavor makes me feel great.

Syed

> From: pattichang at att.net
> To: il-talk at nfbnet.org; iabs-talk at nfbnet.org
> Date: Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:36:46 -0600
> Subject: [il-talk] U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky Introduces Technology Bill of Rights for the Blind
> 
> Illinois does keep on keepin on.
> 
> P.S. National Federation of the Blind of Illinois is now on twitter at 
> www.twitter.com/nfbi.
> We also have a facebook page. Just search for our full name.
> 
> Patti Gregory-Chang
> President, National Federation of the Blind of Illinois
> pattichang at att.net
> www.nfbofillinois.org
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> Subject: U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky Introduces Technology Bill of 
> Rights for the Blind
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> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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> CONTACT:
> 
> Chris Danielsen
> 
> Director of Public Relations
> 
> National Federation of the Blind
> 
> (410) 659-9314, extension 2330
> 
> (410) 262-1281 (Cell)
> 
> cdanielsen at nfb.org <mailto:cdanielsen at nfb.org>
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> 
> Trevor Kincaid
> 
> Communications Director
> 
> Office of Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky
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> (202) 225-2111
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> 
> U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky Introduces
> 
> Technology Bill of Rights for the Blind
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> National Federation of the Blind Applauds Measure
> 
> To Ensure Blind People Equal Access to Technology
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> 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.
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> 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."
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> "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
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> 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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