Communications, Video, and Technology Accessibility Act of 2026

This bill updates federal accessibility rules for video and communications services for people with disabilities. It directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to require closed captions and audio description on new online video programming and new TV programming, require platforms hosting user-posted videos to offer captioning tools, and set rules for displaying sign language on screen. It creates an advisory committee to recommend standards and deadlines, adds accessibility requirements for video devices and video conferencing services, and expands relay services, including sign language access to 911. It raises funding for a DeafBlind equipment distribution program from $10 million to $20 million and removes its low-income limit. It also requires sign language customer service options, periodic FCC reports on emerging technology and complaints, and adds accessibility violations to FCC penalty rules.

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Sponsors

• Debbie Dingell Democrat sponsor
• 6 cosponsors