S 1494 · 95th Congress · Blind

Bill of Rights of the Blind Act

Introduced 1977-05-11· Sponsored by Sen. Pell, Claiborne [D-RI]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.(1977-05-11)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Bill of Rights for the Blind Act - Prohibits common carriers in interstate commerce, operators of any place of public accommodation; and owners and operators of housing subject to Federal fair housing laws from refusing service to any person because of such person's blindness or because of such person's use of a dog guide or other guidance instrumentality. Prohibits the levying of an additional fee on a blind person for the admission of a dog guide or other instrumentality. Sets civil penalties for the violation of the prohibitions of this Act. Directs the President to designate October 15 as White Cane Safety Day.…

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