Outlines rules and scope of the establishment of a Student Volunteer Service Program. Read More
Programs for People with Disabilities
Provides resources and information regarding programs for people with disabilities across multiple HHS agencies. Read More
330-2: Priority Placement Programs (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL and PRL)
Revises priority placement programs, which provide career transition services to certain employees affected by organizational changes. Read More
Social Services
Lists the several social service programs (including disability programs) overseen by HHS that improve the well-being of individuals, famillies, and communities. Read More
Secretary Becerra Announces New HHS Task Force to Prevent Human Trafficking
Announces and details the new HHS Task Force to Prevent Human Trafficking as part of Biden’s National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking. Read More
HHS Announces New Reports and Grant Program Addressing the Health Needs of Pregnant Women and Children Affected by Substance Use
Announces new HHS program which employs evidence-based approaches to improve the health and well-being of women and children affected by substance use. Read More
Email and eBlast Accessibility with Microsoft (MS) Outlook
Outlines accessibility requirements for certain actions in Microsoft Outlook. Includes tips with the specific goal of easing access for those with visual impairments. Read More
What is the Medicaid program?
Explains Medicaid and the kinds of individuals who may be eligible, including a person who is aged, blind, and/or disabled. Read More
Civil Rights Requirements – C. Civil Rights Laws Applicable to Persons with Disabilities
Explains Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability by recipients of Federal financial assistance. Argues that not providing blind individuals with accessible material may constitute a violation. Read More
Acquisition Guidance on the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT® ) and Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR)
Explains the purpose of a VPAT, a tool to ensure that digital products are conformant with Section 508. Includes tests for visual focus to ensure accessibility. Read More