Access Board News

The U.S. Access Board will hold a virtual forum on its draft Strategic Plan on July 13 at 2:30 – 4:00 ET for the purpose of obtaining public feedback on the agency’s goals and objectives for the next five years. The draft plan includes a new focus on . . .

The U.S. Access Board will host the event “Moving Forward: Access to Inclusive Fitness Equipment” on July 14 from 1:00 – 3:15 pm (ET). The virtual event will feature panel discussions on the importance and need for all people to have access to fitness equipment to increase strength, function, independence, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. It will feature presentations on . . .

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released for public comment a request for information (RFI) to remove barriers to voting for people with disabilities. The RFI is in response to . . .

The U.S. Access Board hosted panel discussions on access to self-service transaction machines (SSTMs) as part of its virtual Board meeting on May 19. One panel addressed usability issues and barriers that people with sensory, cognitive, physical, or multiple disabilities encounter using kiosks, point-of-sales machines, and other SSTMs. Speakers included representatives from . . .

Today, the U.S. Access Board celebrates the tenth annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day to promote discussion and learning about digital access and inclusion for people with disabilities. The Board is a leading source of information on accessible design, including . . .

The U.S. Access Board will host panel discussions on access to self-service transaction machines (SSTMs), including point-of-sales machines and ticket kiosks, as part of its next virtual Board meeting on May 19 from 1:00 – 3:15 (ET). One panel will include representatives from advocacy organizations who will discuss usability issues and accessibility barriers. Another panel will address efforts by research and industry to improve access to SSTMs. The public is welcome to attend this event . . .

The U.S. Access Board held its fourth and final virtual public meeting on inclusive design of autonomous vehicles (AVs) yesterday. The session continued discussion on ride hailing and on-board communication for . . .

The U.S. Access Board held its third virtual public meeting on inclusive design of autonomous vehicles (AVs) yesterday. The session included discussion on ride hailing and on-board communication for passengers with . . .

The Americans with Disabilities Act National Network will host the ADA State of the Science virtual conference on April 13-15. On the second day of the conference, Executive Director of the Board Dr. Sachin D. Pavithran will . . .

The U.S. Access Board held its second virtual public meeting on inclusive design of autonomous vehicles (AVs) yesterday. The session continued discussion on entering and exiting AVs and addressed wheelchair maneuvering and securement in . . .