[nfbcs] Fwd: PSA and Press Release regarding FM capable cell phones.

[Mike Freeman]

Mine doesn't *have* an FM radio.

Michael Freeman, President
National Federation of the Blind of Washington
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On Oct 15, 2010, at 13:36, Jim Barbour <jbar at barcore.com> wrote:

> I think I'm getting lost in the lingo here.  Is the FCC really asking
> how many of us folks with disabilities  can use the FM radio in our
> cell phones?
> 
> Jim
> 
> On Fri, Oct 15, 2010 at 04:18:12AM -0500, David Andrews wrote:
>> 
>>> 
>>> Below is a PSA and Press Release regarding FM capable cell phones.
>>> The Board of IAAIS has been working with the National Association
>>> of Broadcasters and FCC on this proposal and would like support of
>>> all Audio Information Services.
>>> 
>>> Many of you may have already received this information and I
>>> apologize for the duplication but we are trying to get the
>>> attached PSA distributed to as many sources as possible.
>>> Thank you.
>>> 
>>> Lori Kesinger, IAAIS Administrative Assistant
>>> 
>>> The Federal Communications Commission is seeking comments from
>>> individuals and groups about the experience of people with
>>> disabilities in finding and using cellular phones. This
>>> information will be a key element of future FCC actions.
>>> 
>>> Between now and the end of the day on Friday, October 15, please
>>> tell the FCC of your challenges in obtaining, and then being able
>>> to fully utilize a cell phone.
>>> 
>>> Comments should include your full name, mailing address, and must
>>> reference the docket number, CG Docket No. 10-145.
>>> 
>>> Place your comments along with the above information in the body
>>> of an email message addressed to:
>>> 
>>> Pam.Gregory at FCC.gov <mailto:Pam.Gregory at FCC.gov>
>>> 
>>> Don't miss this important opportunity to inform the FCC of your
>>> "real world" experience regarding cellular phones and
>>> disabilities.
>>> 
>>> Remember, comments must be submitted by Friday, October 15.
>> 
>>                        David Andrews:  dandrews at visi.com
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>> 
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