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H.R. 17351 (93rd)

Civil Rights of the Blind Act

referredUnited States· United States Congress· EN

Introduced

11 October 1974

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Referred to House Committee on Judiciary.

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3 September 2025

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Summary

Civil Rights of the Blind Act - Prohibits the denial of public transportation, public accomodation or private housing because of a person's blindness or use of a dog guide or other guidance instrumentality. Prohibits the requirement of special fees to be paid by the blind for special services and accomodations. Provides a civil remedy for violation of this Act and permits such suits to be brought in a United States district court without regard to the amount in controversy or the diversity of citizenship of the parties. Defines the terms used in this Act.

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