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Support H.R. 3535: The Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act
Legislative Imperative
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Secure Independence for Seniors and Medicare Beneficiaries: Support H.R. 729
Legislative Imperative
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2009 Conference and Convention Program PDF format
Making the Internet Accessible for All: Move to have DOJ Issue ICT NPRM
Regulatory Imperative
Dear Conventioneers:
Ratification of the Marrakesh Treaty
Legislative Imperative
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2008 Conference and Convention Ad Pages PDF format
2008 Conference and Convention Memorial Pages PDF format
American Council of the Blind
2014 Presidents' Meeting Agenda
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, February 22 and 23
11:00 AM:
11:10 AM:
11:20 AM:
The final days of 2016 are upon us, and it has given us much time at the American Council of the Blind to reflect on the events of recent years, and to focus our attention on the New Year, in search of greater opportunity for all Americans who are blind and visually impaired. In mapping out our agenda for the 115th Congress and new Administration, we have actively been engaging with leaders in our community to identify areas where we can achieve the greatest impact, while also knowing that there will need to be particular focus on building and strengthening our relationships with new influ
You can begin by reserving your room at the Holiday Inn National Airport and completing your registration form. You may register online, by phone or e-mail. This year’s schedule is a bit different than in past years, so please seehttps://register.acb.org/ for more information.
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American Council of the Blind
2017 Legislative Seminar
Agenda
Monday, February 27, 2017
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Introductions and Charting our Legislative Course
Kim Charlson, President, American Council of the Blind (ACB)
9:30 – 9:35 a.m.
Special Thanks and Sponsors Welcome
Eric Bridges, Executive Director, ACB
9:35 – 9:55 a.m.
New! Braille+ (TM) Mobile Manager
Braille+ from APH is a powerful, flexible, and easy-to-use mobile manager designed specifically for users who are blind or visually impaired.
Held in your hand like a PDA or used on your lap or desk like a laptop, Braille+ can help you:
- Stay connected by using its web browser, wireless capability, podcasts, RSS, and email
- Manage appointments with its calendar and address book
- Type in the word processor
- Record lectures or journal events
Keeping Your Affiliate Legal; Protect Your 501(c)(3) Status
Why be a 501(c)(3)?
Is your affiliate a valid 501(c)(3)?
Monday, February 23, 2015
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
9:00 – 9:45 a.m. Introductions and Teeing Up the Day’s Events
Kim Charlson, President, American Council of the Blind (ACB)
Eric Bridges, Director of External Relations and Policy, ACB
9:45 – 10:45 a.m. Legislative Imperatives I and II:
Imperative I: H.R. 729, Medicare Demonstration of Coverage for Low Vision Devices Act of 2015
http://acb.org/LILVdevice
2017 ACB Legislative Imperatives
The American Council of the Blind (ACB) is the nation’s leading grassroots consumer organization for individuals who are blind and visually impaired. With 70 state and special interest affiliates across the country, ACB is committed to promoting independence and opportunity for Americans who are blind, and ACB stands committed to advocacy that lifts up our values.