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Re: jQuery Datepicker - expected kb behavior?

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From: Jonathan Avila
Date: Oct 29, 2018 9:10AM

> As long as the user is able to enter a valid date using a series of input fields, the date picker can be removed from the screenreader context by using the aria-hidden attribute.

While this may be true, I would add to the list of reasons why it may need to be provided. For example, knowing the day of week or whether the date is the first or last week in a month are also important details to consider.

Jonathan