[Nfbc-info] Fwd: [Nfbnet-members-list] The National Federation of the Blind Applauds the Introduction of Legislation Implementing the Marrakesh Treaty

[Peacefulwoman89 at cox.net]

Hello Federationists and San Diego Chapter members,

I finally got through to Senator Feinstein's office and asked that she come
on as an original co-sponsor for the Marrakesh Treaty. Challenge to my
chapter members, please make your voice heard this afternoon and call the
Senator's office at: 202-224-3841. Literacy for all! 

Lisa Irving, Chapter President  

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Please see the message from Chris Danielsen below.

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Date: Thu, 15 Mar 2018 18:08:23 +0000
Subject: [Nfbnet-members-list] The National Federation of the Blind Applauds
the Introduction of Legislation Implementing the Marrakesh Treaty
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The National Federation of the Blind Applauds the Introduction of
Legislation Implementing the Marrakesh Treaty

Treaty will Expand Availability of Accessible Books for Blind and Print
Disabled Americans

Washington, DC (March 15, 2018): Senator Charles E. "Chuck" Grassley
(R-IA) and Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Bob Corker (R-TN), and Bob
Menendez (D-NJ) have introduced the Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Act, S.
2559.

"The National Federation of the Blind was a principal leader in the
development and negotiation of the Marrakesh Treaty," said Mark A.
Riccobono, President of the National Federation of the Blind. "By allowing
the worldwide production and exchange of accessible books, the treaty will
dramatically increase the availability of knowledge to blind people
everywhere. We urge both houses of Congress to swiftly pass this
legislation, and in doing so, unlock the doors to expanded literacy for
millions of blind Americans."

The legislation will make modifications to United States copyright law to
ensure that it fully complies with the terms of the treaty. These
modifications are supported by publishing, library, and disability
organizations.

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About the National Federation of the Blind The National Federation of the
Blind (NFB), headquartered in Baltimore, is the oldest and largest
nationwide organization of blind Americans. Founded in 1940, the NFB
consists of affiliates, chapters, and divisions in the fifty states,
Washington DC, and Puerto Rico. The NFB defends the rights of blind people
of all ages and provides information and support to families with blind
children, older Americans who are losing vision, and more. We believe in the
hopes and dreams of blind people and work together to transform them into
reality. Learn more about our many programs and initiatives at
www.nfb.org<http://www.nfb.org>.

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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