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Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Overview for Nondiscrimination under Federal grants and programs; promulgation of rules and regulations.


Section 508: 1998 Amendment to Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
Section508.gov is a resource for information on Section 508 of the Disablities Act. The website also contains a searchable database of accessible products by supporting vendors. This portion of the site, called Buy Accessible, offers an online resource for vendors to post information on accessible products and for buyers to research accessible products.


Telephone Relay Service - FCC Complaint Information
The FCC makes it convenient to file a complaint. Complaints can be filed electronically, by e-mail, by postal mail or by fax.


The United States Department of Labor Home Page
The U.S. Department of Labor is charged with preparing the American workforce for new and better jobs. DOL is responsible for the administration and enforcement of over 180 federal statutes.


U.S. Access Board
The Access Board is an independent Federal agency devoted to accessibility for people with disabilities. It operates with about 30 staff and a governing board of representatives from Federal departments and public members appointed by the President. Key responsibilities of the Board include:


U.S. Copyright Law
Copyright Law of the United States and Related Laws Contained in Title 17 of the United States Code.


U.S. Department of Education Home Page
The Department distributes financial aid to eligible applicants throughout the nation for elementary, secondary, and college education; for the education of individuals with disabilities and of those who are illiterate, disadvantaged, or gifted; and for the education of immigrants, American Indians, and people with limited English proficiency. Federal funds for education are distributed using three methods: a set formula, competition, and financial need.


U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
HUD's Homes and Communities Page is a clearinghouse of information and services about homes and communities for citizens and for HUD's current and potential business partners.


U.S. Department of the Interior
The Department of the Interior (DOI) is the nations principal conservation agency. Their mission is to protect America's treasures for future generations, provide access to our nation’s natural and cultural heritage, offer recreation opportunities, honor our trust responsibilities to American Indians and Alaska Natives and our responsibilities to island communities, conduct scientific research, provide wise stewardship of energy and mineral resources, foster sound use of land and water resources, and conserve and protect fish and wildlife. The work they do affects the lives of millions of people; from the family taking a vacation in one of the national parks to the children studying in one of the Indian schools.


U.S. Department of Transportation
Mission: The Department of Transportation was established by an act of Congress on October 15, 1966, the Department’s first official day of operation was April 1, 1967. The mission of the Department is to:
Serve the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system that meets our vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future.


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