NIMAS is a technical standard used by publishers to prepare “electronic files” that are used to convert instructional materials into accessible formats. NIMAC is a national center that stores NIMAS source files from publishers.
A student is eligible to receive accessible formats that have been developed from NIMAS files through the NIMAC if the student:
Is receiving special education services under IDEA and
Meets the definition of “eligible person” found in section 121 of the U.S. Copyright Act, also known as the Chafee Amendment
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