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1st. DBTAC Research Conference

• * On Tuesday, October 27, 2009 over 150 participants joined us at our DBTAC National Network of ADA Centers National Research Program in Arlington, Virginia to explore recent research findings on the Americans with Disabilities Act. This Program was conducted in partnership with the NCRE/CSAVR/RSA fall conference.

  Many participants requested the presentation materials. CLICK HERE to view or download the presentations, and for information about the researcher(s) and the regional DBTAC center sponsoring the research. *(NOTE: "CLICK HERE" is not accessible to screen readers)

  We look forward to seeing you at our next DBTAC Research Program May 3-5, 2010 in Alexandria, Virginia (more info coming soon)!

What's New!

1. * November 17th, 2009 >> Audioconference Legal Update: Review and Analysis of Key Concepts under the ADA . The courts and federal agencies are shaping the ADA through their decisions and settlements. This session will review key issues that are currently before the courts and analyze the trends. Discussion will include some of the trends in case law at the lower courts which may have an impact on decisions at all levels, including issues that may find their way to the Supreme Court. In addition, presenter will review how the courts are interpreting the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.
   
   
2. * Oct. 09, 2009 >> EEOC Town Hall Meetings: The EEOC and DOJ's Civil Rights Division will hold four town hall meetings throughout the nation to share information and gather comments about the proposed ADA regulations. The meetings will take place by Nov. 20 in Philadelphia, Chicago, San Francisco and New Orleans. http://www.eeoc.gov/press/10-7-09.html
   
   
3. * Oct. 06, 2009 >> Parking PSA Competition of parking spots is a standing stress for most drivers looking to utilize goods and services in modern day America. Accessible parking is viewed by many as a privilege. Others think too many accessible spaces are available in large parking areas. Many thanks to Robert David Hall of the popular TV show CSI joined forces with the National Network of ADA Centers to bring the following message. http://www.dbtacnorthwest.org/about-us/staff/psa
   
   
4. * Sept. 24, 2009: >> Public Invited to Comment on Proposed Changes to The ADA
   
   
5. * Sept. 21, 2009: >> The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published a new document titled: Questions and Answers on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 on their website. This document can be accessed on-line at: http://www.eeoc.gov/policy/docs/qanda_adaaa_nprm.html
   
   
6. * 2009 ADA Anniversary Tool Kit Available Materials designed to help you plan and publicize your ADA activities during the ADA Anniversary and throughout the year.
   
   
7. * Visit AccessibleTech.org, a project of the National Network of ADA Centers. It is designed to build a partnership between the disability and business communities to promote full and unrestricted participation in society for persons with disabilities through the promotion of technology that is accessible to all.
   
   
8. * The Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) regulations were updated to incorporate new requirements. They became enforceable May 13, 2009. To help you understand your rights under the updated ACAA, the National Network of ADA Centers announces the release of "An Overview of the ACAA."
   
   
9. * Disability Law Lowdown podcast: Interview with an employment law attorney on the ADA Amendments Act.

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