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<b>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br><br>
<div align="center"><h1><b>The National Federation of the Blind Applauds
the Introduction of Legislation Implementing the Marrakesh
Treaty</b></h1>Treaty will Expand Availability of Accessible Books for
Blind and Print Disabled Americans<br><br>
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<b>Washington, DC (March 15, 2018):</b> 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 of 2018, S. 2559.<br><br>
“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.”<br><br>
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.<br><br>
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About the National Federation of the Blind <br><br>
</b>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
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<b>CONTACT:<br><br>
</b>Chris Danielsen<br><br>
Director of Public Relations<br><br>
National Federation of the Blind<br><br>
(410) 659-9314, extension 2330<br><br>
(410) 262-1281 (Cell)<br><br>
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