Expanding access to assistive devices for home emergencies
Millsboro, Del. – The Delaware Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DODHH) has begun implementing a new initiative to expand access to assistive devices for home emergencies.
Today, Millsboro Public Library hosted a presentation that provided demonstrations of home safety equipment that cater to those with hearing or vision loss. Their main focus was fire and carbon monoxide safety, with the intention of providing access comparable to those who do not suffer from sensory loss. Such technology displayed included fire alarms that emitted a loud signal, but also a bright flash for those who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Read on at https://www.wmdt.com/2026/04/expanding-access-to-assistive-devices-for-home-emergencies.
The Communications, Video, and Technology Accessibility Act (CVTA) AND What You Can Do
True Access Begins with CVTA
The Communications, Video, and Technology Accessibility Act (CVTA), first introduced in 2023, is being reintroduced in the current Congress. CSD is supporting the effort alongside the Coalition of Organizations for Accessible Technology (COAT) Committee, who are working hard meeting with key representatives to get the bill passed.
But to truly make a difference, your U.S. congressperson still needs your comments to show support for the bill.
Go to https://csd.org/cvta/ for more information.
DAD Note: The current CVTA bill was assigned a number on April 16, 2026 known as SB4322 that modernizes our accessibility needs and the fast changing technology needs.