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Key Points: Federal funding source that supports innovation, provides for improved access to resources and services, and encourages sharing resources among libraries. Compliance Requirements: Libraries must ensure their programs and services are accessible to individuals with disabilities using the funds.

Key Points: Mandates federal electronic and information technology to be accessible to people with disabilities. Compliance Requirements: Federal websites, software, and digital content must be accessible, often following WCAG guidelines.

Key Points: A public-private partnership led by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) aiming to increase the number of books worldwide in accessible formats. Compliance Requirements: Libraries are encouraged to adopt the ABC Charter and participate in the global book service for people with print disabilities.

Key Points: Provides a free library service for residents of the United States who are unable to read or use standard print materials due to a visual or physical disability. Compliance Requirements: Ensure that eligible individuals can receive and use braille or audio books.

Key Points: International treaty to facilitate access to published works for persons who are blind, visually impaired, or otherwise print disabled. Compliance Requirements: Libraries should support the production and distribution of accessible format copies and share these across national borders with other treaty participants.

Key Points: Design philosophy that proposes the design of products and environments should be usable by all people to the greatest extent possible. Compliance Requirements: Involves creating inclusive spaces and services in the library, such as adjustable furniture and clear signage.

Key Points: Provides a wide range of recommendations for making web content accessible. Compliance Requirements: Includes principles of perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust (POUR) content for users with disabilities.

Key Points: Prohibits discrimination and ensures equal access to opportunities for persons with disabilities. Compliance Requirements: Reasonable modifications must be made to communicate effectively with individuals with disabilities, and facilities must remove architectural barriers where possible.

Key Points: Requires that buildings and facilities designed, constructed, altered, or leased with certain federal funds must be accessible to persons with disabilities. Compliance Requirements: New construction and alterations must comply with accessibility standards consistent with the ABA, such as the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS).