Government Ditches Services for Blind Workers—Jobs in Jeopardy?
Published Date: 1/24/2025
Notice
Summary
The government plans to remove some services from its official list that were provided by nonprofit groups helping people who are blind or have serious disabilities. This change means those services might be handled differently soon, but it’s all part of keeping things fresh and efficient. If you’re involved, keep an eye out for updates on timing and what this means for budgets.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Remove Services from Procurement List
The Committee is proposing to delete one or more services from the Federal Procurement List that were furnished by nonprofit agencies employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities. Those services might be handled differently soon, so nonprofits and stakeholders should watch for updates about timing and what this means for budgets.
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