News Archives
Wheelchair Securement on Buses & Paratransit Vehicles Audio Conference
During this free audio conference, which took place on April 14, 2009 from 2:00-3:00 PM ET, transportation consultant Doug Cross discussed issues surrounding wheelchair securement on buses and paratransit vehicles.
Non-Emergency Medicaid Transportation Rules
Traveling with Service Animals
Free audio conference took place on November 5, 2008 and addressed the purpose of service animals; how to instruct others on appropriate reactions to service animals and facts under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that pertain to service animals. Read the brochure FAQs About Service Animals.
The Federal Interagency Coordinating Council on Access and Mobility is announcing the 2008 National United We Ride (UWR) Leadership Awards Program. This non-monetary award recognizes states, localities, communities or organizations that have provided leadership and action toward developing and/or implementing exemplary, high-quality, coordinated human service transportation programs or systems. Nominations should be submitted electronically no later than 5:00 p.m., on October 31, 2008.
18th National Conference on Rural Public & Intercity Bus Transportation
This conference was held October 19-22, 2008 in Omaha, NE and offered a chance for rural transit and human service transit providers, tribal transit managers, planners, state agency staff, intercity bus operators, consultants, researchers and trainers to learn about best practices and current research in rural public and intercity bus transportation.
Guidance on Rights-of-Way Access from the Access Board
Information from the U.S. Access Board on accessibility for people with disabilities on public streets and sidewalks.
DOT Publishes Updated Air Carrier Access Act Regulations
On May 13, 2008 the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) issued new regulations under the Air Carrier Access Act which prohibits discrimination by air carriers on the basis of disability. The regulations cover boarding and aircraft access, including seating, lavatories, mobility aid storage and transport, and provision on onboard wheelchairs, as well as air carrier policies and practices, terminal accessibility and other topics.
Emerging Trends & People with Disabilities: Public Consultation
The National Council on Disability (NCD) is gathering public input for a study of emerging issues and trends affecting the lives of people with disabilities. Information gathered will be used in the development of NCD's next annual progress report to the President and Congress. The Council is seeking input on disability issues including health, housing, employment, insurance, transportation, assistive technology, recreation, emergency preparedness, early intervention and education. Suggestions should be sent to NCD by July 22, 2008 via email - type "Emerging Trends" in the subject line.
Managing the Cost of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Paratransit Services
This two-day workshop held May 22-23, 2008 brought together participants from a variety of systems to compare experiences with managing costs and review available information about successful cost management methods.
National Disability Policy: A Progress Report
Report issued on January 15, 2008 by the National Council on Disability (NCD) that examines employment, housing, education, transportation and other federal policies that affect people with disabilities.
Accommodating People With Disabilities In Disasters: A Reference Guide To Federal Law
Summarizes equal access requirements for people with disabilities as they relate to disaster care, housing and human services. This guide explains how applicable Federal laws relate to government entities and non-government, private sector and religious organizations. Read the complete guide by clicking here.
New Security Requirements & People with Disabilities
