National Federation of the Blind of Texas

04/01/2026

The 2026 National Federation of the Blind of Texas Scholarship Application is now open! Visit the link to apply.

03/19/2026

Take Action Now to Protect Section 504 against Texas v. Kennedy

The National Federation of the Blind is calling on all members to take immediate action in response to the Texas v. Kennedy lawsuit, which poses a direct threat to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

For more than five decades, Section 504 has served as a fundamental civil rights protection, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability in programs and activities that receive federal funding.

The Texas v. Kennedy lawsuit challenges the federal government’s authority to enforce Section 504 and risks weakening or eliminating key protections that blind people in the United States rely on every day. This attack endangers our access to education, employment, public services, and other essential opportunities.

For more background on the case, please reference our recording from the NFB Information Call on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Additional resources for background on this matter can be accessed in our Letter from nine NFB affiliates to their state attorneys general regarding Section 504 lawsuit | National Federation of the Blind.

Nine states are involved in this lawsuit: Texas, Alaska, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Montana, and South Dakota.
Call to Action for Members in the Nine States

Members in these states should immediately contact their governor and state attorney general and urge them to withdraw from the case.

Texas, kenneth.paxton@oag.texas.gov

Alaska, attorney.general@alaska.gov

Florida, james.uthmeier@eog.myflorida.com

Indiana, info@atg.in.gov

Kansas, general@ag.ks.gov

Louisiana, constituentservices@ag.louisiana.gov

Montana, contactdoj@mt.gov

Missouri, consumer.help@ago.mo.gov

South Dakota, atghelp@state.sd.us
Sample Message for Nine States

Here is what to say when calling your governor or attorney general (for members in the nine affected states):

Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I am a constituent and a member of the National Federation of the Blind. I am calling to urge [Governor/Attorney General Name] to withdraw our state from the Texas v. Kennedy lawsuit.

This lawsuit threatens Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, a critical civil rights protection that ensures equal access for blind and disabled Americans.

Weakening Section 504 would have serious consequences for education, employment, and participation in public life. Please take immediate action to remove our state from this harmful lawsuit. Thank you.
Call to Action for Members in Other States

Members in the remaining forty-one states should contact the Governor of Texas and the Texas Attorney General to express opposition to the lawsuit and urge Texas to step away from this effort to undermine Section 504.

Here is the email for Texas, kenneth.paxton@oag.Texas.gov
Thank you for Taking Action

Your voice is critical. Every message sent and every phone call made helps demonstrate that blind Americans will not stand by while our civil rights are threatened. Please take action today.

Reach out to your state officials if you are in one of the nine participating states, or contact Texas state leadership if you reside elsewhere. Together, we can protect Section 504 and defend the right of blind people to live, learn, work, and participate fully in society.

03/19/2026

03/17/2026

NFB-NEWSLINE Open House & Chapter Meeting in Laredo:

Join members of the National Federation of the Blind of Texas on May 23 at 10:30 a.m. until noon as we introduce blind and print disabled Laredo and Webb County residents to our audio newspaper service. You don’t need to be a technology whiz to enjoy access to over 600 publications, including: the...

03/10/2026

Ride with the Houston Chapter to the 2026 NFB National Convention: Charter Bus Interest Form now open until April 30:

The NFB of Texas Houston Chapter is organizing a charter bus to and from the National Federation of the Blind National Convention in Austin for anyone who is attending. This interest form will allow us to determine how many people want to ride the bus, will help us set the appropriate ticket price,....

02/24/2026

NFBTX statement on Waymo coming to Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio

Waymo is coming to Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio and members of the National Federation of the Blind of Texas could not be more excited. Autonomous vehicles are a game-changer for blind people who want to go where they want on their own timeline, and the relationship Waymo has built with our comm...

12/25/2025

Tis the season for our scholarship application process! NEW: The National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program will now award $10,000 for each finalist, thanks to our generous partners. This annual program is the largest of its kind in the country and awards more than $300,000 in cash, prizes, and opportunities to thirty blind scholars across the United States, including the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico in recognition of their achievements and professional aspirations. Winter break is a great time to begin your application.

Start now at scholarships.nfb.org.

11/28/2025

Wishing you, your family and friends a very happy Thanksgiving!

In honor of Thanksgiving, President Riccobono shared his Federation THANKSGIVING gratitude list for 2025:

T — Transformation through Collective Action

H — Hope Rooted in Lived Experience

A — Accessibility Advancements We Drive

N — Networks of Support and Belonging

K — Knowledge-Sharing Across Generations

S — Self-Determination for Every Blind Person

G — Growth of Our Movement

I — Innovation Driven by Blind Creativity

V — Voice in Policy and Public Attitudes

I — Inclusion That’s More Than a Buzzword

N — National Presence with Neighborhood Impact

G — Generosity of Spirit and Service

What are you grateful for? Comment below.

Read President Riccobono's full letter at https://buff.ly/gYjEwPG

11/25/2025

"Using my Ray-Ban Meta glasses for everyday things like color identification increases my independence. Performing tasks is all in my control, on my schedule, and hands free," one member shared.

Want a chance to win a free pair of Ray-Ban Meta glasses?

Give before the end of November and you’ll be entered into a drawing to win, thanks to HumanWare!

Give at nfb.org/donate.

Your contribution today helps drive progress, strengthen access, and build a brighter future for all blind people. Thank you for your support!

11/21/2025

NFBTX member Roberto Delgado and his family recently lost their home in a house fire. The family has set up a GoFundMe for those interested in helping:

On 10/13/2025, tragedy struck when our home caught fire. In just a few momen… Antonio Delgado needs your support for Support Family's Recovery from House Fire

10/19/2025

We’re just 2 days away from Houston White Cane Safety Day 2025!

Join us Monday, October 20 at the University of Houston for a day filled with celebration, community, and Mobility Without Limits!

Registration is closed, but walk-ins are always welcome — come join the fun!

www.houstonwcsd.com

10/17/2025

This past Wednesday, October 15, Mayor Gabe Adame of the City of Alvin met with members of the Bay Area Chapter to issue an official proclamation for White Cane Awareness Day!