# Accessibility of User Interfaces, and Video Programming Guides and Menus
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 2024-08-15 · Effective 2024-09-16 · 89 FR 66268
## Document
- **Document number:** 2024-17479
- **Category:** accessibility
- **Federal Register citation:** 89 FR 66268
- **CFR reference:** 47 CFR 79
- **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.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/08/15/2024-17479/accessibility-of-user-interfaces-and-video-programming-guides-and-menus)
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