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ACCESSIBILITY TO BLIND SAVES TRANSIT MALL FUNDS

… skills to Metro employees during the recent White Cane Safety Day celebration. The National Federation of the Blind …

I Was Reported to the Police for Crossing the Street

… to the police should have been asked whether the blind pedestrian being reported was using a long white cane or a … assurance that it isn’t needed. We all know that the pedestrian has the right of way in traffic. But something … don’t know is that since the 1960s the White Cane Safety Laws in every state give the blind the same rights as …

Sighted/Human Guide: One Instructor's Perspective

… because the parents may have fears for their child's safety. Parents need to remain positive, and they may need to … walked up to an intersection and asked the nearest pedestrian for assistance in crossing the street. The pedestrian agreed to help, and the blind man automatically …

Should the Sound of Silence Be a Bird's Tweet or a Jet's Roar?

… matter. A study authorized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in twelve states showed a 50% higher …

National Federation of the Blind Resolutions 2010

… by 2015. Resolution 2010-02 Regarding the Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2010 WHEREAS, on January 28, 2009, Congressmen … of New York and Cliff Stearns of Florida introduced the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 (H.R. 734); and … electric vehicles are twice as likely to be involved in pedestrian accidents as traditional …

2008 Resolutions

… of the Blind has expressed deep concerns about the safety of the blind and other pedestrians due to the … for vehicles; and WHEREAS, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration held a hearing at which the Federation … (D-NY) and Cliff Stearns (R-FL) introduced HR 5734, the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act of 2008, which would …

What is the Iowa Commission for the Blind

… and has already formulated plans for an aggressive traffic safety campaign with ongoing education of Des Moines police … people. The cane is an important tool for independence and safety of blind people. We realize that you and most of your … the Iowa Commission for the Blind is concerned about the safety of its students. Regrettably, even though great care …

White Cane Awareness Day

… in 1964 designating October 15 of each year as White Cane Safety Day and recognizing that white canes enable blind … environment. For this reason, the emphasis of White Cane Safety Day has shifted over time away from safety, and toward independence and equality. We believe that …

Strengthening the Federation’s Heartbeat Through Resolutions

… our campaign to bring about change in 2003. In 2011 the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act was signed into law. This act requires … and postponements to the final regulation for the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act.” Maurice Peret, a …

Monitor Miniatures

… Vol. 54, No. 10 November 2011 Lead Photo Quiet Cars, Pedestrian Safety, and Protection for the Environment: A Panel … to unite in making the world a better place. Quiet Cars, Pedestrian Safety, and Protection for the Environment: A …