Accessibility Statement

Last updated: March 29, 2026

1. Our Commitment

The Center for Tariff Recovery Technology ("CTRT") is committed to ensuring that our digital platform is accessible to all users, including individuals who rely on assistive technologies. We recognize that accessibility is not merely a compliance obligation but a fundamental principle of equitable service delivery. Our goal is to provide a platform experience that is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for every visitor, regardless of ability or the technology they use to access the web.

2. Standards and Guidelines

CTRT strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level, as published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines define how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities, including visual, auditory, physical, speech, cognitive, language, learning, and neurological disabilities. We use these standards as the benchmark for our ongoing accessibility efforts and regularly evaluate our platform against them.

3. Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following measures to support accessibility across the CTRT platform:

  • Semantic HTML structure with proper heading hierarchy to support screen readers and assistive navigation
  • Keyboard-navigable interface elements, including all interactive controls, forms, and navigation menus
  • Visible focus indicators on all interactive elements to support keyboard-only navigation
  • Sufficient color contrast ratios between text and background elements, meeting WCAG AA thresholds
  • Alternative text descriptions for all meaningful images and visual content
  • Responsive design that adapts to various screen sizes, zoom levels, and viewport configurations
  • ARIA landmarks and labels where native HTML semantics require supplementation
  • Form labels and error messages that are programmatically associated with their respective input fields
  • Skip navigation links to allow users to bypass repetitive content blocks
  • Consistent and predictable navigation patterns across all pages

4. Analytical Services Accessibility

Our tariff recovery analytical tools, including the MPPT Deep Analysis workspace and Service Catalog, are designed with accessibility in mind. Analytical outputs are presented in structured text formats that are compatible with screen readers. Data visualizations include textual summaries and tabular alternatives where feasible. We continue to evaluate and improve the accessibility of our interactive analytical components as the platform evolves.

5. Assistive Technology Compatibility

The CTRT platform is designed to be compatible with commonly used assistive technologies, including screen readers (such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver), screen magnification software, speech recognition tools, and alternative input devices. We test our platform with these technologies on a regular basis and address compatibility issues as they are identified.

6. Known Limitations

While we strive for comprehensive accessibility, certain elements of the platform may present challenges. Complex interactive visualizations, third-party embedded content, and dynamically generated analytical reports may not yet fully conform to WCAG 2.1 AA standards. We are actively working to address these areas and welcome feedback from users who encounter barriers.

7. Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We conduct periodic audits of our platform, incorporate accessibility testing into our development workflow, and train our team on accessible design and development practices. As web standards evolve and new assistive technologies emerge, we will continue to update our platform to maintain and improve accessibility.

8. Feedback and Accommodations

We value feedback from our users regarding the accessibility of the CTRT platform. If you encounter an accessibility barrier, have difficulty using any feature, or require an accommodation to access our services, please contact us through our Contact page. We will make reasonable efforts to provide the information or service you need in an accessible format and to address any barriers you report.

9. Third-Party Content

The CTRT platform may link to or incorporate content from third-party sources, including alliance partner websites and external regulatory databases. While we encourage our partners to maintain accessible digital properties, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of content outside our direct control. If you experience accessibility issues with linked third-party content, we encourage you to contact the respective content provider directly.

10. Contact

For accessibility-related inquiries, feedback, or accommodation requests, please reach out through our Contact page. We are committed to responding to accessibility feedback within five business days and to resolving reported barriers as promptly as practicable.