Bound copies of the revisions to the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) and the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) issued by the U.S. Access Board are now available from The Great Lakes ADA and Accessible IT Center. This publication produced by the U. S. Access Board is the result of a ten-year process to revise the standards under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Architectural Barriers Act. The proposed guidelines are currently going through the rule-making process prior to being adopted as the enforceable standard by the U.S. Department of Justice. The Center is providing one bound copy free of charge. Individuals or entities may order bulk quantities of this document for a $5 handling fee plus shipping charges. To place an order contact The Center at 800-949-4232 (V/TTY) or via our online contact form.

The National Council on Disability has issued a report titled, "Saving Lives: Including People with Disabilities in Emergency Planning," calling for changes in emergency planning for persons with disabilities. The report provides an overview of recommendations the Federal Government should incorporate to include persons with disabilities in emergency preparedness, disaster relief, and homeland security planning.

The Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) is seeking public comments concerning technical assistance in transportation services. The FTA wants information from consumers, service providers, and transportation specialists regarding current services and ideas for proposed services that would improve access to transportation for persons with disabilities. Comments must be submitted by June 15, 2005. For additional information contact: Elizabeth Solomon 202-366-0242 (V).