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Accessibility Statement
In response to the need to ensure equal access to electronic and information technologies,
the state of Alabama has developed a set of standards for Web page design. Just
as environmental obstacles have inhibited individuals with disabilities, the Web
poses an entirely new set of obstacles. In recognition of those individuals with
visual, physical or developmental disabilities the State of Alabama has adopted
a policy to make government information accessible to all.
Design Standards
These standards are influenced by those recommended by the W3C and Access Board.
The Access Board is responsible for developing the standards outlined by the amended
Rehabilitation Act of 1998. Universal design calls for appropriate use auxiliary
aids and services where necessary to ensure communication.
The State of Alabama has adopted the Design of HTML Pages to increase accessibility
to users with disabilities as the primary guideline to meet the objectives of the
Universal Access for State Design policy. These published guidelines are maintained
by professionals trained in the area of assistive and information technology.
The State of Alabama embraces these standards and will be evaluating our site on
a regular basis, increasing the opportunity for all individuals to access information
over the Internet. The Universal Access Design Standards are being integrated into
State of Alabama websites and will continue to evolve as new technologies and opportunities
emerge.
Multiple browser testing will be conducted on the current versions of popular browsers.
 Click here to view Design Standards for the State of Alabama Web Developers
Standard 1210-0052: Universal Accessibility (PDF)
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