[Nfbc-info] National Federation of the Blind Rejects Nelson-Collins Amendment

[Angela fowler]

I wish this press release had been more informative. It implies that this
amendment would at least cut rehabilitation funding, but does not say to
what extent. Also it doesn't say, if this information is even available,
what chance it actually has of passing. How many senators have pledged their
support or opposition to it. National is generally a lot more detailed than
this when they issue a press release. Since this weekend is Washington
Seminar weekend, I think a bit more information would be very helpful.
Thanks
Angela Fowler   

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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 at nfb.org>cdanielsen at nfb.org

National Federation of the Blind Rejects Nelson-Collins Amendment

Urges Senate to Retain Rehabilitation Funding

Baltimore, Maryland (February 6, 2009): Dr. Marc Maurer, President of the
National Federation of the Blind, the oldest and largest organization of
blind people in the United States, said: "The purpose of the American
Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 currently being debated in the United
States Senate is to reduce unemployment and to restore economic security for
all Americans.  In order to accomplish this goal for Americans who are blind
or have other disabilities, state vocational rehabilitation programs must be
adequately funded. 
The National Federation of the Blind urges all members of the United States
Senate to reject the Nelson-Collins Amendment and retain the $500 million
currently allocated for vocational rehabilitation.  By doing so, the Senate
will ensure that all Americans have the training needed to work and
contribute to this nation's economic prosperity."

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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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