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From: Jay.Steinhardt@p3.f230.n231.z1.fidonet.org (Jay Steinhardt)
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Subject: ADA
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Date: 21 Aug 90 02:48:53 GMT
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Thank you Curtis.  I have been reviewing the standards around the
country.  Only a few states have adopted the ANSI recomendations.
In Indiana even today, inspite of the fact that ANSI is the Indiana
standard; Indian often grants waivers or fails to require
compliance.

The need for continued action is real.  Lets not be too comfortable
just because a law was passed.  We have nothing but a nice idea
until appropreate rules and regulations are promalgated.  ADA MUST
BE MORE THAN A BILL/Law.

ADA is a concept that we need to keep standing strong.  We also
need to work to see that building codes are developed by the
persons who utilize the accomadations.  We need to continue the
effort for an accessable society not as persons seeking ways to
meet individual needs.  We must continue to work as a coalition to
see that all needs are met.

D.R.E.D.F. in Berkly CA. is an exicilent program to help keep you
informed.  D.R.E.D.F. is the Disability Rights Education and
Defense Fund working in coopreration with the Center for
Independent Living.  D.R.E.D.F. has a full time loby effort to
support the needs of the disabled community. and quarterly mailings
plus regular updates on activities in Washington.

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