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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is thinking about getting rid of important protections for people with disabilities. You have until next Monday, June 16 at 11:59PM to make public comments about these issues.
There are TWO public comment opportunities that need the attention of the disability community:
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Public Comment One: Protect Disability Access Rights! – The U.S. Department of Energy is trying to remove some protections for people with disabilities. The department is trying to change part of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. That section makes sure that new buildings are accessible to people with disabilities. If they succeed, other government agencies might try to do the same. This will weaken protections that millions rely on.
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Public Comment Two: Direct final rule on nondiscrimination – The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) wants to remove 12 civil rights rules. Part of these 12 are disability access protections. They say the rules are “unnecessary,” “outdated,” or not supported by law. They are using a fast-track process called a “direct final rule.” If thousands do not make comments, the rule will take effect July 15, 2025.
What can you do?
- Submit your public comments on BOTH issues to the DOE.
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Make a comment on disability access rights at https://tinyurl.com/5yd7fmv5
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Make a comment on the direct final rule on nondiscrimination at https://tinyurl.com/wmbuy7cm
- Share this email with more advocates across your community, on your social media, and more.
ACT NOW! The deadline for public comment is June 16th at 11:59 PM EDT. Make your voice heard on disability access for generations to come.
Do you have questions about this Advocacy Alert?
Reach out to our Advocacy Team via email at info@gcdd.org.
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