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Bill Reintroduced to Expand Digital Accessibility

A New Push for Digital Accessibility in Congress On May 14, the Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act was reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Just in time for Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) on May 15, the timing couldn’t be more fitting. The bipartisan bill, now known as H.R. 3417, was introduced by Rep. Pete Sessions (R-TX) and aims to…

05/19/2025
Disability Advocates Sue Social Security Administration and DOGE to Stop Unlawful Cuts to Social Security Services

The lawsuit alleges that recent mass staffing reductions, policies requiring individuals to seek services in person at field offices, and the elimination of critical offices within the SSA unlawfully harm Americans with disabilities and older adults who rely on Social Security services.

04/04/2025
My First NFB Washington Seminar: Advocacy, Frustration, and Hope

Last week, I participated in my first National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Washington Seminar, and let me tell you, it was an experience I won’t soon forget. The energy, the passion, and the sense of purpose were palpable. Hundreds of blind people from all over the country came together with one goal: to advocate…

02/10/2025
National Federation of the Blind: Time-Sensitive Legislative Alert Regarding Subminimum Wages for People with Disabilities

The following email was sent to us by Justin T. Young at the National Federation of the Blind. On December 4, 2024, the US Department of Labor released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding the phaseout of Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act. The National Federation of the Blind fully supports this…

01/16/2025
Why Community Matters: Highlights from the NFB Colorado Convention

Today, I’d like to talk about optimism, hope, and the incredible resilience I’ve encountered in the blind and low vision community. Over the weekend, I attended the National Federation of the Blind of Colorado state convention, and as always happens after these gatherings, I’m filled with enthusiasm, renewed hope, and a deeper appreciation for the…

10/28/2024
Conquering limiting beliefs, inspiring one another, and making the impossible possible.

A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO Chris Peterson I recently attended the National Federation of the Blind of Indiana state convention, and it was nothing short of incredible. I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to the wonderful people I met there – Penny Forward board member and NFB of…

10/16/2023
The Real Deal About Being Blind: Navigating Life’s Twists and Turns

A Message From Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Picture this: I’m traveling to the National Federation of the Blind of Florida’s state convention in Tampa, just stepping into a Lyft that will bring me from the airport to my hotel. The driver throws me a curveball with a question: “Is it complicated to…

10/10/2023
Beyond Boundaries: Reflections from the NFBNM State Convention

A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO Chris Peterson Hi there, Penny Forward members and supporters. I wanted to share some of my reflections from my recent adventure at the National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico’s state convention. First and foremost, I’d like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to President Tara Chavez…

09/25/2023
Why Should You Consider Opening An ABLE Account?

Welcome to the third part in our five part series on ABLE accounts. The first two parts explained what ABLE accounts are and who may want to consider opening one. In this part, we’ll look at a few reasons why you may want to consider opening an ABLE account. What is an ABLE account? Before…

12/19/2021