[nfb-talk] TEACH Act

[Bill Outman]

Good day, list.  

 

At a recent chapter meeting a question was raised about the TEACH Act, which
NFB has been supporting.  

 

It was pointed out that we already have laws such as the ADA, IDEA, and
sections 504 and 508 of the Rehab. Act that seemingly should cover
educational accessibility for the blind and disabled.  So one might argue
that the TEACH Act is redundant.  

 

What is different in this new proposal that is more effective than past
legislation in providing for Clearly the existing laws haven't solved the
problem fully.  Some might say we need merely to enforce the laws we already
have.  accessibility of educational materials and programs?  

 

Also, I am not clearly remembering what the acronym TEACH stands for.  I
would also like to know what the current status of the TEACH Act is.  

 

Since this subject arose locally, I thought others might have similar
questions and that it would be a good time to review this topic for
everyone's benefit.  

 

Bill Outman 

Secretary, Greater Daytona Beach Chapter 

National Federation of the Blind of Florida 

 

 



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