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Accessibility ​

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Article I — Accessibility, Inclusion, and Equal Participation Notice

Whereas, Civic Congress LLC™, operating as CivicCongress.US, and its affiliated citizen-led initiative, Civic Congress, are committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and welcoming environment that promotes equal access to educational resources, civic engagement, and opportunities for public participation; and whereas Civic Congress LLC recognizes that accessibility is fundamental to meaningful civic engagement and strives to design, develop, and maintain its website, communications, digital content, and services in a manner that is accessible to the broadest possible audience, consistent with applicable laws and recognized accessibility principles; and whereas Civic Congress LLC is a private, independent, single-member limited liability company organized under the laws of the State of California, and not a governmental entity or public agency, its accessibility efforts are undertaken voluntarily in furtherance of its educational mission, civic values, and commitment to equal access and inclusion;

Resolved, That—

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  1. Civic Congress LLC is committed to continually improving the accessibility and usability of CivicCongress.US and its related digital resources. The Company welcomes comments, suggestions, and requests for reasonable assistance from individuals who encounter accessibility barriers and will make reasonable efforts to review concerns and consider appropriate improvements.​

  2. Because certain features, applications, or services may be provided by independent third-party platforms or technology providers, Civic Congress LLC cannot guarantee the accessibility of content or services that are not owned, operated, or directly controlled by the Company.​

  3. For purposes of this Accessibility Notice, the terms "Civic Congress," "CivicCongress.US," "the Company," "we," "our," and "us" collectively refer to Civic Congress LLC and its affiliated citizen-led Civic Congress initiative unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

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Article II — Standards, Guidelines, and ADA Commitment

Whereas, the Civic Congress is committed to ensuring that its website CivicCongress.US, as well as related social media links, remains accessible to all users, and strives to meet all applicable accessibility standards; and whereas, if any individual experiences accessibility barriers of any kind, they are encouraged to Contact Us, which Civic Congress LLC™ shall make reasonable accommodations in good faith; and whereas, the Civic Congress recognizes that accessibility standards advance equal participation and intends to clarify and uphold its duties of design, maintenance, and continual improvement whenever necessary:

Resolved, That—

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  1. The Civic Congress shall endeavor to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, as published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), to ensure that all citizens may lawfully exercise their rights to engage, deliberate, and participate in this platform for direct democracy. Accessibility standards shall guide the operability, understandability, and robustness of all public web content, including compatibility with assistive technologies such as screen readers, alternative input devices, and captioning tools. These guidelines shall be reviewed and updated periodically as best practices evolve and as technologies and accessibility expectations advance.

  2. Civic Congress LLC™ is a private, for-profit entity. All content, features, and services are provided for informational, educational, and civic engagement purposes only. Participation in any activities, including browsing, downloading materials, or interacting with content, is entirely voluntary. Civic Congress does not provide legal, financial, or professional advice. This page’s accessibility measures are intended to support equitable access for all users; however, no guarantee is made that all content is fully compliant with all accessibility regulations in every jurisdiction. Users retain responsibility for compliance with applicable laws, and Civic Congress LLC™ assumes no liability for user actions, technical issues, or interactions with third-party content.

  3. ​​Participation in any Civic Congress activities — including browsing, downloading, or interacting with content — is voluntary and at the user’s discretion. Reasonable efforts are made to ensure accessibility; however, no guarantee of full compliance in all jurisdictions is expressed or implied. Engagement with CivicCongress.US constitutes acknowledgment and acceptance of these terms.

  4. ​While we work in good faith toward accessibility, Civic Congress LLC™ makes no guarantees or legal warranties of full ADA or WCAG compliance, and the website is provided for public use on an “as-available” basis.

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Article III — Accessibility Features

Whereas, practical measures are necessary to make access real and not merely aspirational:

Resolved, That—

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  1. Text alternatives shall be provided for all non-text content.

  2. Color contrast shall be sufficient for readability.

  3. Full keyboard navigation shall be supported.

  4. Public content shall employ clear and plain language.

  5. Compatibility with screen-reading software shall be maintained.

  6. Forms shall be accessible, with properly labeled fields and instructions.

  7. Digital infrastructure shall be tested regularly, including in response to user feedback, to ensure lawful and effective participation in civic activities.

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Article IV — Ongoing Efforts

Whereas, accessibility is an ongoing civic responsibility:

Resolved, That—

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The Civic Congress shall actively monitor, assess, and improve accessibility across all digital materials and platforms to support citizens in exercising their rights to civic participation, commentary, and public discourse. Public feedback shall be treated as essential to continuous improvement, reflecting the principle that self-governance depends on active, informed, and accessible participation.

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Article V — Known Limitations

Whereas, some materials may not yet meet optimal standards:

Resolved, That—

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Legacy documents, multimedia, and third-party materials may require review or remediation; such materials shall be prioritized and addressed as resources permit, without undue delay, in alignment with the mission of the Civic Congress to facilitate ongoing lawful citizen engagement.

 

Article VI — Feedback and Assistance

Whereas, lawful participation requires responsive support:

Resolved, That—

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Participants are invited to report barriers, request alternate formats, or offer recommendations; inquiries shall be addressed promptly and respectfully. Reasonable accommodations shall be provided consistent with available resources, privacy, and security safeguards, ensuring full access to civic participation of direct democracy.

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