Search Results for keywords:"accessibility"

The Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is asking for public comments on their plan to gather information through the National Mail Voter Registration Form. This form helps U.S. citizens register to vote, update their registration details, or join a political party. Comments should focus on the necessity and utility of the information collection, its burden, and how it can be improved. The public can submit comments electronically, by email, or via mail by February 17, 2025.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights announced that the Montana Advisory Committee will hold a public business meeting on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, via Zoom. The meeting is scheduled from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mountain Time, and the public can join through a registration link or by phone. An opportunity for public comments is available, and any written comments should be sent within 30 days following the meeting. For accommodations or additional information, members of the public can contact Ana Victoria Fortes or the Regional Programs Coordination Unit.

The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission are holding a public webinar meeting on March 23, 2021. The meeting is to discuss and review public comments on the allocation of commercial and recreational fishing of summer flounder, scup, and black sea bass. The Advisory Panels will provide recommendations on choosing preferred alternatives for final action. The meeting will be accessible online, and accommodations are available for people with disabilities.

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is hosting a second public workshop called the Recreational Initiative Public Engagement Workshop. This event will be held online as a webinar on January 16, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. EST. During the meeting, there will be a presentation on the initiative's purpose, a discussion of past results, and an opportunity for public comments. Interested participants can register and find more details on the Gulf Council's website.

The Railroad Retirement Board is holding a public meeting on January 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. People who want to join the meeting need to send a request to the Board's Secretary at least 24 hours before to get dial-in instructions, using the email SecretarytotheBoard@rrb.gov. Topics up for discussion include updates from the Office of Legislative Affairs and the Bureau of Field Service, as well as next steps for a website survey. For more details, individuals can contact Stephanie Hillyard, the Secretary to the Board, at (312) 751-4920.

The National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering is holding a meeting of the National Advisory Council for Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering on January 22, 2025. The meeting is public and will be accessible online from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. However, from 2:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., the meeting will be closed to review and evaluate grant applications, as this part might involve confidential information. Anyone interested can submit written comments to the committee, and further details about the meeting will be available on their website.

The New England Fishery Management Council is organizing four public workshops to gather feedback on the Atlantic Sea Scallop Fishery from February 27 to March 25, 2025. These workshops will contribute to the creation of a strategic plan for managing the fishery over the next 3-5 years. Three workshops will take place in person, in Maine, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania, while the final meeting will be held online via webinar. The meetings are accessible to people with disabilities, and the discussions will inform the goals and objectives of the future scallop fishery management plan.

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is holding a public meeting online to discuss their Recreational Initiative. This meeting, scheduled for Thursday, March 6, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. EST, will include a presentation on the initiative, outcomes from a previous working group meeting, and opportunities for public comment. Participants can register and access the webinar through the Council's website. The meeting is accessible to individuals with disabilities, and special accommodations can be arranged in advance.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced the compliance date for a rule requiring manufacturers of certain video devices and services to make closed captioning settings accessible for those who are deaf or hard of hearing. The compliance date for this requirement is set for August 17, 2026. This rule aligns with the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010, ensuring that video programming with captions is fully accessible, especially for devices with next-generation operating systems. The rule change was confirmed after the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approved the related information collection requirements.

The Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (FCSIC) is holding a regular Board of Directors meeting at 10 a.m. on February 12, 2025. The meeting, taking place in McLean, Virginia, can be attended in person or virtually. Some parts of the meeting will be open to the public, while others will be closed. Discussion items include approving previous meeting minutes, setting insurance rates, and reviewing reports on various activities.