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ARTICLE · 26 APRIL 2016

DOJ Creates Clearinghouse For Accessible Technology Resources

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On April 24, 2016, the Department of Justice announced that it has created a website compiling information regarding accessible technology and resources in one location on ADA.gov.

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Lynn Calkins
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Christine Walz
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Lynn E. Calkins is a Partner and Christine Walz is an Associate in our Washington D.C. office.

On April 24, 2016, the Department of Justice announced that it has created a website compiling information regarding accessible technology and resources in one location on ADA.gov. By creating this website, DOJ hopes to allow for easier access to reference documents concerning DOJ enforcement efforts, technical assistance and guidance, the status of new regulations applicable to state and local governments and public accommodations, and other federal initiatives regarding accessibility. The website can be accessed at http://www.ada.gov/access-technology/index.html.

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