Common use of Technology Access Clause in Contracts

Technology Access. (a) MCO expressly acknowledges that State funds may not be expended in connection with the purchase of an automated information system unless that system meets certain statutory requirements relating to accessibility by persons with visual impairments. Accordingly, MCO represents and warrants to HHSC that this technology is capable, either by virtue of features included within the technology or because it is readily adaptable by use with other technology, of: (1) Providing equivalent access for effective use by both visual and non-visual means; (2) Presenting information, including prompts used for interactive communications, in formats intended for non-visual use; and (3) Being integrated into networks for obtaining, retrieving, and disseminating information used by individuals who are not blind or visually impaired. (b) For purposes of this Section, the phrase "equivalent access" means a substantially similar ability to communicate with or make use of the technology, either directly by features incorporated within the technology or by other reasonable means such as assistive devices or services that would constitute reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar State or Federal laws. Examples of methods by which equivalent access may be provided include, but are not limited to, keyboard alternatives to mouse commands and other means of navigating graphical displays, and customizable display appearance. (c) In addition, all technological solutions offered by the MCO must comply with the requirements of Texas Government Code §531.0162. This includes, but is not limited to providing technological solutions that meet federal accessibility standards for persons with disabilities, as applicable.

Technology Access. (a) MCO HMO expressly acknowledges that State funds may not be expended in connection with the purchase of an automated information system unless that system meets certain statutory requirements relating to accessibility by persons with visual impairments. Accordingly, MCO HMO represents and warrants to HHSC that this technology is capable, either by virtue of features included within the technology or because it is readily adaptable by use with other technology, of: (1) Providing equivalent access for effective use by both visual and non-visual means; (2) Presenting information, including prompts used for interactive communications, in formats intended for non-visual use; and (3) Being integrated into networks for obtaining, retrieving, and disseminating information used by individuals who are not blind or visually impaired. (b) For purposes of this Section, the phrase "equivalent access" means a substantially similar ability to communicate with or make use of the technology, either directly by features incorporated within the technology or by other reasonable means such as assistive devices or services that would constitute reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar State or Federal laws. Examples of methods by which equivalent access may be provided include, but are not limited to, keyboard alternatives to mouse commands and other means of navigating graphical displays, and customizable display appearance. (c) In addition, all technological solutions offered by the MCO HMO must comply with the requirements of Texas Government Code §531.0162. This includes, but is not limited to providing technological solutions that meet federal accessibility standards for persons with disabilities, as applicable.

Technology Access. (a) MCO TAB expressly acknowledges that State state funds may not be expended in connection with the purchase of an automated information system unless that system meets certain statutory requirements relating to accessibility by persons with visual impairmentsimpairment. Accordingly, MCO TAB represents and warrants to HHSC TFC that this the technology provided to TFC for purchase is capable, either by virtue of features included within the technology or because it is readily adaptable by use with other technology, of: (1) Providing : providing equivalent access for effective use by both visual and non-visual means; (2) Presenting ; presenting information, including prompts used for interactive communications, in formats intended for non-visual use; and (3) Being and being integrated into networks for obtaining, retrieving, and disseminating information used by individuals who are not blind or visually impaired. (b) For purposes of this Section, the phrase "“equivalent access" ” means a substantially similar ability to communicate with or make use of the technology, either directly by features incorporated within the technology or by other reasonable means such as assistive devices or services that which would constitute reasonable accommodations under the Americans with With Disabilities Act or similar State state or Federal federal laws. Examples of methods by which equivalent access may be provided include, but are not limited to, keyboard alternatives to mouse commands and other means of navigating graphical displays, and customizable display appearance. (c) In addition8. Article XI, all technological solutions offered by the MCO must comply with the requirements Miscellaneous Provisions, Section 11.32, Schedule of Texas Government Code §531.0162. This includesExhibits, but is not limited amended to providing technological solutions that meet federal accessibility standards for persons with disabilitiesinclude Exhibit G-1, as applicable.follows:

Technology Access. (a) MCO HMO expressly acknowledges that State funds may not be expended in connection with the purchase of an automated information system unless that system meets certain statutory requirements relating to accessibility by persons with visual impairments. Accordingly, MCO HMO represents and warrants to HHSC that this technology is capable, either by virtue of features included within the technology or because it is readily adaptable by use with other technology, of: (1) Providing equivalent access for effective use by both visual and non-visual means; (2) Presenting information, including prompts used for interactive communications, in formats intended for non-visual use; and (3) Being integrated into networks for obtaining, retrieving, and disseminating information used by individuals who are not blind or visually impaired. (b) For purposes of this Section, the phrase "“equivalent access" ” means a substantially similar ability to communicate with or make use of the technology, either directly by features incorporated within the technology or by other reasonable means such as assistive devices or services that would constitute reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar State or Federal laws. Examples of methods by which equivalent access may be provided include, but are not limited to, keyboard alternatives to mouse commands and other means of navigating graphical displays, and customizable display appearance. (c) In addition, all technological solutions offered by the MCO HMO must comply with the requirements of Texas Government Code §531.0162. This includes, but is not limited to providing technological solutions that meet federal accessibility standards for persons with disabilities, as applicable.