Accessibility of User Interfaces, and Video Programming Guides and Menus
accessibility · Federal Communications Commission · Published 2024-08-15 · Effective 2024-09-16 · 89 FR 66268
Document
Document number
2024-17479
Federal Register citation
89 FR 66268
CFR reference
47 CFR 79
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
accessibility
Publication date
2024-08-15
Effective date
2024-09-16
FCC docket
MB Docket No. 12-108
Abstract
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) requires manufacturers of covered apparatus and multichannel video programming distributors to make closed captioning display settings readily accessible to individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing. This action will further the Commission's efforts to enable individuals with disabilities to access video programming through closed captioning.