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As we close this month's recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day and the positive impact digital accessibility has on the lives of Texans with disabilities, we are pleased to share an opportunity to honor those leading the way in this space.
On May 21, 2025, the FCC released a Public Notice to invite nominations for the Eleventh FCC Chair’s Awards for Advancement in Accessibility (Chair’s AAA). The nomination period runs from Thursday, May 22, 2025, to Friday, June 13, 2025.
The FCC is soliciting nominations for individuals who have made lasting and impactful contributions to the advancement of accessible communications technologies and services in the fields of policy, advocacy, research, and design. This year’s awards will recognize the contributions made by those committed to making rapid, efficient nationwide communication service available to all individuals.
The FCC is specifically seeking nominations for individuals in the following categories:
- Consumer Advocate
- Industry Leader
- Educator or Researcher
- Next Generation Leader
https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-seeks-nominations-awards-advancement-accessibility
Please send all nominations to [email protected] by 11:59 p.m. EDT on Friday, June 13, 2025. Award winners will be recognized at a ceremony to be held in July 2025. A subsequent announcement will be made providing specifics about the Chair’s AAA ceremony, including exact date, time and location. For information about past winners, visit: http://www.fcc.gov/FCCAAA.
For questions or inquiries about the Chair’s AAA, please contact Gerard Williams at 202-418-1505 or call the ASL Consumer Support Line at 1-844-432-2275 via videophone. Inquiries may also be sent to [email protected].
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