Disabilities

▸ Agencies

Administration for Children and Families (ACF), (Health and Human Services Dept.), Administration on Developmental Disabilities, 200 Independence Ave. S.W., #405D 20201; (202) 690-6590. Fax, (202) 690-6904. Faith McCormick, Commissioner (Acting). TTY, (202) 690-6415.

Web, http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/add

Administers the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000, providing grants for state protection and advocacy systems for people with developmental disabilities; state councils on developmental disabilities; university centers for developmental disabilities education, research, and services; and projects of national significance that must be addressed on a local level affecting people with developmental disabilities and their families. Also administers the disability provisions in the Help America Vote Act.

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Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (Access Board), 1331 F St. N.W., #1000 20004-1111; (202) 272-0080. Fax, (202) 272-0081. David M. Capozzi, Executive Director. TTY, (202) 272-0082. TTY toll-free, (800) 993-2822. Toll-free technical assistance, (800) 872-2253.

General e-mail, info@access-board.gov

Web, http://www.access-board.gov

Develops and maintains accessibility requirements for buildings, transit vehicles, telecommunications equipment, and electronic and information technology. Provides technical assistance and training on these guidelines and standards. Enforces access standards for federally funded facilities through the Architectural Barriers Act.

Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, 1421 Jefferson Davis Hwy., #10800, Arlington, VA 22202-3259; (703) 603-7740. Fax, (703) 603-0655. Tina Ballard, Executive Director.

Web, http://www.abilityone.gov

Presidentially appointed committee. Determines which products and services are suitable for federal procurement from qualified nonprofit agencies that employ people who are blind or have other severe disabilities; seeks to increase employment opportunities for these individuals.

Education Dept., Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, 550 12th St. S.W., 5th Floor 20202; (202) 245-7468. Fax, (202) 245-7638. Tracy R. Justesen, Assistant Secretary. Main phone is voice and TTY accessible.

Web, http://www.nochildleftbehind.gov

Provides information on federal legislation and programs and national organizations concerning individuals with disabilities.

Employment Standards Administration(Labor Dept.), Coal Mine Workers' Compensation, 200 Constitution Ave. N.W., #C3520 20210; (202) 693-0046. Fax, (202) 693-1395. James L. DeMarce, Director.

Web, http://www.dol.gov/dol/esa

Provides direction for administration of the black lung benefits program. Adjudicates all black lung claims; certifies benefit payments and maintains black lung beneficiary rolls.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Legal Counsel, Americans with Disabilities Act Policy Division, 131 M St. N.E. 20507; (202) 663-4637. Fax, (202) 663-4639. Christopher J. Kuczynski, Assistant Legal Counsel. TTY, (202) 663-7026.

Provides interpretations, opinions, and technical assistance on the ADA provisions relating to employment.

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Justice Dept. (DOJ), Civil Rights Division, Disability Rights, 1425 New York Ave. N.W., #4039 20005 (mailing address: 950 Pennsylvania Ave., 7th Floor, Washington, DC 20530); (202) 307-0663. Fax, (202) 307-1198. John L. Wodatch, Chief. Information, (800) 514-0301. TTY, (800) 514-0383.

Web, http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/drs/drshane.htm

Litigates cases under Titles I, II, and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in places of public accommodation and in all activities of state and local government. Provides technical assistance to businesses and individuals affected by the law.

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National Council on Disability, 1331 F St. N.W., #850 20004-1107; (202) 272-2004. Fax, (202) 272-2022. John R. Vaughn, Chair. TTY, (202) 272-2074.

General e-mail, ncd@ncd.gov

Web, http://www.ncd.gov

Independent federal agency providing advice to the president, Congress, and executive branch agencies to promote policies and programs that ensure equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities and enable individuals with disabilities to achieve self-sufficiency and full integration into society.

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