Microassist's Accessibility in the News

Accessibility in the News — 2/9/2024. U.S. Senators Bob Casey and Amy Klobuchar have introduced a comprehensive legislative package aimed at dismantling barriers that impede the participation of individuals with disabilities in American democracy. The proposed measures include the Accessible Voting Act, which seeks to improve voter accessibility and expand ballot-casting options, the Removing Access Barriers to Running for Elected Office for People with Disabilities Act, which safeguards federal disability[…]

Accessibility in the News — 1/26/2024. Outdoor activities offer numerous physical, mental, and emotional benefits, and everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy these experiences, regardless of their abilities. Accessible outdoor recreation promotes social integration, allowing individuals with disabilities to participate in shared activities with friends and family. Beyond the social aspect, exposure to nature has been proven to have therapeutic effects, contributing to improved mental health and reduced stress.[…]

Accessibility in the News — 1/12/2024. The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) aims to make the province fully accessible by 2025, but challenges persist, particularly in Toronto, home to an estimated 900,000 people with disabilities. Hard of hearing individuals face difficulties navigating public transit due to insufficient aids, leaving them reliant on others. Although Metrolinx claims to have visual displays of route stops, users argue their effectiveness. Advocates[…]

Accessibility in the News — 12/22/2023. The Biden-Harris Administration has been actively working towards fostering inclusivity for the 61 million Americans living with disabilities. Recognizing the concerning statistic that almost half of the most popular Federal Government websites lack full accessibility, the Office of Management and Budget is releasing updated guidance. This guidance mandates federal agencies to prioritize accessibility in their digital experiences, requiring testing, involvement of people with disabilities[…]

Accessibility in the News — 12/8/2023. The Supreme Court recently dismissed the high-stakes disability case, Acheson Hotels LLC v. Laufer, which had significant implications for the rights of disabled individuals to sue places of public accommodation for lack of website accessibility information. Plaintiff Deborah Laufer, a self-appointed ADA “tester,” alleged that Acheson Hotels failed to provide sufficient information about its hotel’s accessibility features on its website, violating the Americans With[…]