Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:09 PMSummary of Bill S 2984
Bill 118 s 2984, also known as the Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act of 2023, aims to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities when using websites and software applications. The bill requires that all federal agencies ensure that their websites and software applications are accessible to individuals with disabilities, including those who are blind or visually impaired, deaf or hard of hearing, or have mobility impairments.The bill outlines specific requirements for federal agencies to follow in order to make their websites and software applications accessible. This includes providing alternative text for images, ensuring that videos have closed captioning, and making sure that websites are navigable using a keyboard only. The bill also requires federal agencies to conduct regular accessibility testing and to provide training for employees on how to create and maintain accessible websites and software applications.
In addition to the requirements for federal agencies, the bill also encourages private sector companies to make their websites and software applications accessible to individuals with disabilities. The bill provides incentives for companies to comply with accessibility standards, such as tax credits or grants for implementing accessibility features. Overall, the Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act of 2023 aims to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to information and services online. By requiring federal agencies to make their websites and software applications accessible and providing incentives for private sector companies to do the same, the bill seeks to create a more inclusive and accessible digital environment for all Americans.
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Current Status of Bill S 2984
Bill S 2984 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 28, 2023. Bill S 2984 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 28, 2023. Bill S 2984's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of September 28, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2984
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1Republican Sponsors
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0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2984
Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act of 2023Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act of 2023A bill to establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, joint labor-management committees, public entities, public accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers, and for other purposes.Comments
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