A resolution designating April 30, 2025, as "National Assistive Technology Awareness Day".
Sponsored By: Senator Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Passed Senate
Summary
National Assistive Technology Awareness Day designates April 30, 2025 to spotlight devices and services that help people with disabilities and older adults live, learn, and work. The resolution defines assistive technology and assistive technology services, cites CDC and Department of Education data that about 1 in 4 people (nearly 70 million) have a disability, more than 9.5 million children have disabilities, and 2 in 5 adults 65 and older have a disability. It praises State programs, specialists, researchers, and initiatives like device loans, repair, recycling, demonstrations, and financing that expand access to assistive technology.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
MA • D
Cosponsors
Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]
ND • R
Sponsored 4/30/2025
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