The recently signed Air Travel legislation is a significant milestone for the SMA community, thanks to your persistent advocacy efforts. This new law includes crucial measures to enhance accessibility for air travelers with SMA and other disabilities. 

However, Congress must take further action to fully realize these accessible air travel improvements and to break down barriers in all modes of transportation. We need your help to urge Congress to support and fund essential transportation programs and initiatives that will make a real difference in the daily lives of people with SMA.

Key Accessible Transportation Initiatives:

• Pilot Program for Airport Accessibility: This newly created program is designed to identify and implement innovative solutions to improve airport accessibility. Proper funding is essential for its success.
• Accessible Parking Spot Quotas: There is an urgent need to increase the number of accessible parking spots, particularly for those who use accessible vans. Adequate parking is a fundamental aspect of accessible transportation.
• All Stations Accessibility Program: Ensuring all public transit stations are accessible is crucial for the mobility and independence of individuals with disabilities. Funding this program will make public transportation more inclusive.

Urge Congress to support these measures to make transportation more accessible for people with SMA and others with disabilities.

ACT NOW!

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