Accessibility Statement
If you have trouble accessing any part of this website, please contact us at accessibility@simplegov.us
Our Commitment
SimpleGov.us is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.
Conformance Status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA.
SimpleGov.us is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.
Accessibility Features
Navigation
- Skip to main content link
- Consistent navigation structure
- Clear heading hierarchy
- Breadcrumb navigation
Forms and Interactive Elements
- ARIA labels for form fields
- Error identification and suggestions
- Keyboard accessible controls
- Focus indicators
Content
- Alt text for images
- Sufficient color contrast
- Resizable text
- Responsive design
Keyboard Navigation
All page functions are available using a keyboard. Common keyboard shortcuts include:
| Key | Function |
|---|---|
| Tab | Navigate to next interactive element |
| Shift + Tab | Navigate to previous interactive element |
| Enter / Space | Activate current element |
| Esc | Close modal dialogs |
Assistive Technology
SimpleGov.us works with various assistive technologies, including:
- Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
- Speech recognition software
- Screen magnifiers
- Alternative input devices
Known Issues
We are working to resolve the following accessibility issues:
- Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible
- Some older content may not meet current accessibility standards
- Some third-party content may not be fully accessible
Contact Us
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of SimpleGov.us. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:
- Email: accessibility@simplegov.us
- Phone: 1-800-GOV-ACCESS
- Feedback Form: Submit Accessibility Feedback