Structure the document correctly in your authoring software and be sure to make tags when creating the pdf, then check the resulting file for compliance or. The resources in this section were developed by federal agencies, and shared here for your convenience. These pdf forms are fully accessible but there is no computation, validation, or verification of the information you enter. Only government nofee passports are issued at the jblm passports office. For the other section 8 programs, the section 236 programs, and housing development grants and rent supplement. Dec 02, 2019 the department of homeland security is committed to providing accessible information and communication technology ict to individuals with disabilities, including members of the public and federal employees, by meeting or exceeding the requirements of section 508 of the rehabilitation act of 1973, as amended 29 u. In the event that the pdf format of a document cannot be made fully accessible, an alternate version of the document will be provided in an accessible format.
The resources in this section were developed by federal agencies and shared here for your convenience. Helene devous, office of housing, room 6146, department of housing and urban development, 451 seventh street, sw, washington, dc 20410, telephone 202 7082866. Harmonizes accessibility requirements with international standards such. Cioc revised section 508 chapter 4 hardware including mobile. Pdfua clarifies and simplifies the pdfspecific technical requirements to meet wcag 2. Documents distributed via email includes broadcast messages and any attachments. Nov 20, 2019 section 508 is a federal law that requires agencies to provide individuals with disabilities equal access to electronic information and data comparable to those who do not have disabilities unless an undue burden would be imposed on the agency. A beginners guide to section 508 and accessibility compliance. Guide to the section 508 standards united states access board. The following standards are excerpted from section 508 of the rehabilitation act, 1194. Where ict displays video with synchronized audio, ict shall provide user controls for closed captions and audio descriptions. The checklist below is outofdate and should not be used. Us export requirements, part v, chapter 508 ustranscom. Federal agencies are required to comply with the revised standards as of january 18, 2018.
Although it may sound arduous or downright scary to learn, the fact of the matter is it simply requires steady adherence to compliance rules, many of which are. Irs section 508 compliant pdf forms internal revenue service. A set of technical requirements, or section 508 standards, is used to measure. All electronic communication and documentation created by cms employees and contractors must be 508 compliant. Requiring business partners to provide accessible documents. For a full list of the section 508 standards of the rehabilitation act of 1973, as amended 29 u. Adobe pdf authoring document october 2018 fema training.
Section 508 pdf document accessibility test process. Standards link opens in a new window, developed by the office of state finance. In the event that the pdf format of a document cannot be made fully. In this case, you would file form i508 with the same uscis office as your form i1. Upon receiving notification of an overseas assignment, soldiers should apply for government nofee passports for family members immediately after receiving. Federal laws, including section 508 of the rehabilitation act, mandate that people with disabilities have access to the same information that someone without a disability would have. Descriptive text defined for all images o conveys the purpose.
Accessibility knoxvilles community development corporation. Request for exception to section 508 requirement 29 u. In addition to section 508 requirements, hhs has policies, standards, and requirements for electronic documents that include but are not limited to the following. The areas covered include software applications, web pages, and documentation and support. If using an authoring tool, make sure the tool is capable of generating accessible pdf documents that conform to pdf ua some do not. For assistance with section 508 matters, please email the femaaccessibility help desk. From the end user interface to management cons ole screens and help systems, our information technology was evaluated for section 508 compliance. Of 178 certificate of medical examination cancelled 4102020. Sf 299 application for transportation, utility systems, telecommunications and facilities on federal lands and property revised and renewed 362020. Each section 508 standard is mapped to the dhs pdf testing process for testers who are more familiar with the alphabetical approach. If you are an applicant for adjustment of status, file this form with the same office as your form i485, application. Does the order of the pdf tags match that of the order that the content should be read in. The section 508 standards are the technical requirements and criteria that are used to measure. All tasks for testing of functional andor technical requirements must include specific testing for section 508 compliance.
The procurement process is key in meeting both the elearning requirements and the requirements of section 508. Note, much of this guidance predates the revised 508 standards. How to create accessible portable document format pdf documents that conform to the revised 508 standards. Any time you are preparing an electronic document that will be posted online or distributed via email, whether its an internal document or an external document, you need to follow the section 508 guidelines. The accessibility requirements tool art is a stepbystep guide to help you easily identify relevant accessibility requirements from the revised 508 standards, and incorporate them into your procurement and contracting documentation, as well as inhouse it development. Do section 508 accessibility standards apply to my website. Good practice is to ensure requirements are clear, so both parties understand what is expected. Teams must document applicable standards evaluated, and document acceptable testing. Hhs section 508 accessibility checklists the below checklists are the official hhs accessibility checklists.
Among the most significant changes are the widespread use of mobile technology and the increasing use of mobile devices to perform a variety of ict functions. Ict shall be exempt from compliance with the revised 508 standards to the extent specified by e202. Section 508 checklist for accessible pdf accessible. This document must be completed by the requesting official purchase requestor and provided to the. Pdf format is used to preserve the content and layout of our hard copy.
Pdf files require the free adobe reader software for viewing. As of january 2018, the technical requirements of section 508 have changed to incorporate wcag 2. We proposed to require authorizations requested by individuals to contain a minimum set of elements. Section 508 addresses every aspect of electronic documents, from tagging content and animated displays to ttys and usability of keys and controls. Federal section 508 of the rehabilitation act accessibility standards, but do not reflect. This page has information about the section 508 law, and the va section 508 office. Conformance to requirements for softwareauthoring tools requirement in the revised 508 standards. Pdf files cannot be validated for compliance with section 508 by currently available automation. May 04, 2020 the signature on the application needs to be identical to the signature in the passport. Oct 08, 2019 section 508 of the rehabilitation act 29 u. The purpose of this document is to ensure cms compliance with federal requirements relative to any purchase of electronic and information technology eit. Expect to receive your new or renewed passport in 4 to 6 weeks. For accessible pdf files, the recommended format is the pdf ua format which complies with wcag 2. The revised section 508 standards and section 255 guidelines address many changes to technology that have occurred since 2000.
The checklist from section a forward is based on the wcag 2. Section 508 may not apply to your website, but other laws likely do, so your website should be accessible. Tourist passports are not processed at this office. This section provides references and guidance toward accomplishing that goal.
The section 508 standards are the technical requirements and criteria used to measure ict accessibility conformance within this law. Webbased intranet and internet information and applications 1194. The forms on this page are provided in adobe acrobat portable document format. Accessibility services eliquo training and development. You may need a pdf reader to view some of the files on this page. Eliquos accessibility services answer to guidelines and standards as set by the w3c. Please visit other pages on the navigation pane to the right titled resources to view more information about accessibility and obtaining conformance with section 508. The federal government increasingly relies on technology to carry out its business and deliver information to. File your form i508 with your local uscis office, unless you are filing it at the same time as form i1, application for travel document.
Any component or portion of existing ict that complies with an earlier standard issued pursuant to section 508 of the rehabilitation act of 1973, as amended as republished in appendix d, and that has not been altered on or after january 18, 2018, shall not be. Only the standards that are applicable to pdfs are listed. Section 508 compliance accessible document solutions. These workers enjoy certain privileges and rights, which may include diplomatic rights and immunities and an exemption from us income taxes. Passports only government nofee joint base lewismcchord. In addition to section 508 requirements, hhs has policies, standards, and requirements for electronic documents that include but are not. This section gives three practical examples of the points made in the previous sections and shows how an agency can evaluate offtheshelf elearning software that meets the agencys learning needs and section 508 responsibilities. This includes, but is not limited to, the following. The section 508 standards apply to electronic and information technology procured by the federal government, including computer hardware and software, websites, and multimedia such as video, phone systems, and copiers. This guide highlights the changes you need to make to your agencys 508 program, to transition to the revised 508 standards. Passport country of issuance, if a passport is required. Nov 12, 20 if you acquire a client thats looking for accessible pdf files or needs to redesign their website so it meets section 508 requirements, try not to be too intimidated or turnedoff. Many of our websites currently meet the section 508 accessibility standards. Section 508 is a federal law that requires agencies to provide individuals with disabilities equal access to electronic information and data comparable to those who do not have disabilities, unless an undue burden would be imposed on the agency.
Gsas it accessibility program developed art as part of its mission to provide technical assistance to federal agencies, to. Nearly everyone plays a role in carrying out section 508. There is an extensive list of requirements for section 508 compliant pdf documents. The doc is working to meet compliance with oklahomas eita standards and section 508 of the rehabilitation act. The recent section 508 refresh brought harmonization with the wcag 2.
Regardless of whether or not federal regulations apply to your website, designing for all users is a best practice, and. These general passport requirements are just an introduction to what is necessary in order to obtain a us passport. Access boards new rules that updates accessibility requirements for information and communication technology ict in the federal sector covered by section 508 of. I 508 waiver of rights, privileges, exemptions and immunities under section 247b of the ina foreign government workers who work in the us often do so under a, g or e nonimmigrant visa status. Creating accessible products is important to citrix. Four page guide to section 508 rules and regulations. Agencies cannot be held liable for violating section 508 until after august 2000. The checklist below, a series of tables, is based on the content of the pdf. I508, request for waiver of certain rights, privileges. Provides guidance based on features and functionality. For a list of specific requirements, visit the web page for the service that you need by selecting from the options in the menu to the left. Authoring and evaluation features that make it easier to create accessible documents. To the extent that your agencys selfevaluation reveals inaccessible technology, you may wish to use it to establish a priority list for making your electronic and information technologies more accessible.