Accessibility Statement

Government Programme Agenda Tracking System

Last Updated: August 4, 2025

Our Commitment: We are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities and continuously improving the user experience for everyone.

1. Accessibility Standards

The Government Programme Agenda Tracking System is designed to be accessible to users with disabilities and complies with applicable accessibility standards and guidelines.

WCAG 2.1 Compliance

We strive to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards for web accessibility, ensuring content is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.

Section 508 Compliant

Our system follows Section 508 standards to ensure accessibility for federal employees and members of the public with disabilities.

2. Accessibility Features

Keyboard Navigation

Full keyboard navigation support with logical tab order and visible focus indicators.

Screen Reader Support

Compatible with popular screen readers including NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver.

High Contrast

Color combinations meet contrast ratio requirements and support dark mode themes.

Scalable Text

Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality or content.

Clear Typography

Clean, readable fonts with appropriate spacing and clear visual hierarchy.

Alternative Input

Support for various input methods including voice control and switch navigation.

3. Assistive Technology Support

Tested and Compatible: Our system has been tested with the following assistive technologies.

Screen Readers

  • NVDA (Windows)
  • JAWS (Windows)
  • VoiceOver (macOS/iOS)
  • TalkBack (Android)

Browsers

  • Chrome (latest versions)
  • Firefox (latest versions)
  • Safari (latest versions)
  • Microsoft Edge (latest versions)

4. Keyboard Shortcuts

The following keyboard shortcuts are available throughout the system to improve navigation efficiency:

Action Windows/Linux macOS
Navigate to main content Alt + M Option + M
Navigate to navigation menu Alt + N Option + N
Search Ctrl + K Cmd + K
Help F1 F1
Toggle theme Alt + T Option + T

5. Ongoing Accessibility Efforts

We conduct regular accessibility audits using both automated tools and manual testing with assistive technologies. Our team includes accessibility experts who review new features and updates for compliance.

Our development and design teams receive ongoing training on accessibility best practices, WCAG guidelines, and assistive technology usage to ensure all new features meet accessibility standards.

We regularly conduct usability testing sessions with users who have disabilities to get real-world feedback on our accessibility implementation and identify areas for improvement.

6. Known Issues and Limitations

Transparency: We are committed to addressing accessibility issues as they are identified.

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge that some limitations may exist. We are continuously working to identify and resolve these issues. Currently known limitations include:

  • Some complex data visualizations may have limited screen reader support (alternative text descriptions provided)
  • PDF documents generated by the system are being updated to meet accessibility standards
  • Legacy browser versions may have reduced accessibility features

7. Feedback and Support

Report Issues

If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact our accessibility team.

Contact Support

Get Help

Need assistance using the system with assistive technology? Our support team can provide guidance and training.

Get Help

8. Contact Information

For accessibility-related questions, feedback, or to request accommodations, please contact:

Accessibility Coordinator

accessibility@government.gov

Disability Services Team

Response Time

Within 2 business days

Urgent issues: Same day response

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