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The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, and its affiliated charitable CEA Foundation, are pleased to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Since being signed into law by President George H.W. Bush on July 26, 1990, the law has promoted equal opportunity for people with disabilities.
“The consumer electronics industry joins in celebrating the anniversary of the ADA, which helped bring equal access to all of our nation’s citizens, irrespective of accessibility needs,” said Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, CEA. “CEA members are proud to provide the products, services and apps that allow the more than 56 million Americans with disabilities to live more independently and enjoy the many benefits of technology. Through the CEA Foundation, we are working to further increase access to this technology for Americans with disabilities."
There has been amazing technological change since the ADA was signed 25 years ago with the wide adoption of the Internet and the explosion of mobile and connected devices. These trends, and continued innovation across consumer technologies, have revolutionized the way consumers work, live and play regardless of accessibility needs. For example, smartphones now have built in features enabling access regardless of vision, hearing or mobility needs. Interfaces also continue to evolve to allow more options whether through touchscreen, gestures, voice or other sources of interaction with devices.
CEA has helped the CE industry drive the increased development of accessible technology, including creating standards such as closed captioning and working with disability advocacy organizations to ensure that the industry continues to innovate and build new solutions to meet evolving demands. As the anniversary of the 21st Century Video and Communications Accessibly Act of 2010 approaches, CEA actively works with its members on accessible solutions. As a key member of the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Disability Advisory Committee and Consumer Advisory Committee, CEA provides input to the Commission increasing access within the fast-changing consumer electronics landscape.
“Helping seniors and people with disabilities by promoting innovations in accessibility tech – from doors that lock and unlock remotely, thermostats and appliances that you can control from your smartphone, or devices that provide alerts or enable seniors to stay connected – is a crowning accomplishment of the CE industry,” said Larry Richenstein, chair, CEA Foundation and CEO, Peak Ventures. “And as we shift to the Internet of Things, more and more everyday things will be connected, giving those most at need greater control and access.”
CEA created the CEA Foundation with the mission to link seniors and people with disabilities with technology to enhance their lives. Since launching in 2012, the Foundation has supported numerous nonprofits that are making a direct impact on people’s lives across the United States.
About CEA:
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the technology trade association representing the $285 billion U.S. consumer electronics industry. More than 2,000 companies enjoy the benefits of CEA membership, including legislative and regulatory advocacy, market research, technical training and education, industry promotion, standards development and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA also owns and produces CES – The Global Stage for Innovation. All profits from CES are reinvested into CEA’s industry services. Find CEA online at CE.org,InnovationMovement.com
About CEA Foundation:
The CEA Foundation is a public, national foundation affiliated with the Consumer Electronics Association. It was established with the mission to link seniors and people with disabilities with technologies to enhance their lives. The Foundation is focused on strategic support of programs to impact these communities and has launched its first series of grants in 2012. It also serves to facilitate dialog between industry, consumers, government, advocacy groups and other key stakeholders around important issues. For more information on the CEA Foundation please visit CEAFoundation.org.
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