[NFBNJ] Thank Senator Menendez: The National Federation of the Blind Applauds the Introduction of Legislation Implementing the Marrakesh Treaty

[joe ruffalo]

Greetings to all!
I have made a practice not to re forward any messages forwarded to the NFB 
list serve however,it is necessary for me to forward the following press 
release.
For those that called New Jersey Senator Robert menendez to support the 
treaty as one of its sponsors, we thank you.
Please call Senator Menendez at his Washington office at
202 224 4744 to thank him for his support.
The press release follows.
Please share with others.
Each voice is heard!

We care. We share. We grow. We make a difference
Joe Ruffalo, President
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
973 743 0075
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www.nfbnj.org
Raising Expectations To Live The Life You Want!

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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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