Laws and Legislation

Washington Seminar

The Washington Seminar is an annual event of the National Federation of the Blind that introduces the agenda and priorities of blind Americans that require congressional attention over the coming year. The issues are selected from official positions of the Federation and may address concerns in the following areas: relevant civil rights issues; educational programs and services; rehabilitation of the blind for competitive employment; the operation of vending facilities by blind persons on public property; specialized library services for the blind; the organization and funding of federal programs; Social Security and Supplemental Income programs; and other timely topics. Approximately three legislative initiatives are chosen for priority attention during the Washington Seminar. The event typically takes place in January.