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2008 Convention Roundup

… Stein, chairperson of the NFB committee on automobiles and pedestrian safety, delivered an address titled, “The Quiet Cars … Towns said that he was delighted to introduce HR 5734, the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act of 2008, to address the …

The Cane and I

… to use the long white cane at any point in his or her pedestrian life. Here is Judy's story: It all began when I … is, until I was ten. We learned about inside safety. Trailing the walls and holding our hands in front of …

Leadership in Nonvisual Accessibility in Consumer Electronics: A Report on the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show

… vision loss; their claim of being interested only in his safety and welfare was transparently disingenuous. … made to accept any more legal responsibility for his own safety than was expected of any of his nondisabled student …

From Helplessness to Independence: A Philosophical and Practical Overview

… Federation of the Blind Committee on Automobile and Pedestrian Safety and makes his living as the talent recruiter in the … I was asked by the director if I really believed that the safety of my students was not my responsibility. Clearly, …

This is Not a Stick

… dweller. One morning as he cautiously slipped out of the safety of his cave for his morning walk, he unfortunately met …

From Knowledge to Power: A Report on Advocacy and Policy Programs of the National Federation of the Blind

… of developments. Next, I want to update you on the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act. The National Federation of the Blind … with car companies, got the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to study the issue, wrote the …

The 2009 Convention Roundup

… cultural attractions, and local history. The beautiful, pedestrian-friendly Detroit RiverWalk (part of which could be … the topic "Policies to Enhance Employment, Inclusion, Safety, and Productivity," Representative John D. … Manufacturers, delivered a presentation, "Promoting Pedestrian Safety: A Priority for Manufacturers." In his …

The 2011 Convention Roundup

… Blackburn and Kathy Michielsen Teachers of Tomorrow The Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act became law on January 4, 2011. The … the effort whenever his presence was needed. Ensuring safety for blind pedestrians is not a matter only for the …

Awards Presented at the 2011 Convention of the National Federation of the Blind

… Committee. He was the lead originating cosponsor of the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act. He worked tirelessly to build … to amend the Motor Vehicle Safety Act by adding the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act, the Congressman worked …

Presidential Report 2011