Our Commitment to Accessibility
This website adheres to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) Level AA standards. We strive to ensure all users can access content through:
- Keyboard navigation support for all interactive elements
- Screen reader compatibility with ARIA roles
- Adjustable text size and contrast settings
- Clear focus indicators for navigation
- Descriptive alt text for all images
Accessibility Features
Screen Reader Support
All content is labeled properly for screen readers (e.g., NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver) with semantic HTML and landmark regions.
Keyboard Access
Tabs, dropdownss, and navigation menus can be fully operated using keyboard input.
High Contrast Mode
Use the button on any page to switch to high contrast mode.
Text Resizing
Zoom functionality is enabled for all browsers. Use Ctrl/Cmd + or - to increase/decrease text size.
Accessibility Feedback
If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions, please:
1. Contact Us
Call our accessibility help line at 1-800-335-1122 or email accessibility@government.gov
2. Report Issues
Use our contact form with the subject line "Accessibility Issue Report"
Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility, some third-party tools may have limitations. Please notify us of any inaccessible features and we will prioritize fixes. Current known issues include:
- Some animations may not pause automatically for screen readers
- Legacy content archives have limited accessibility support
- Certain complex data tables require improvement