ADA News and Information
ADA National Network Learning Session: "The Basics of Health Care and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)" (9/26/23)
This webinar will help healthcare providers understand their responsibilities under the ADA. We will cover the three basic areas: 1) facility access 2) effective communication with patients with disabilities; and 3) modification of programs, policies, and procedures. Read more...
Executive Order on Promoting Access to Voting (9/19/23)
The ability to participate in our democracy by voting in elections is a foundational right of citizenship that we cherish as Americans. No adult should be denied this right because of their age or ability. Read more...
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Settles EEOC Charge (9/14/23)
FRESNO, Calif. – The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has settled a federal charge of disability filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for significant training and other injunctive relief, the federal agency announced today. Read more...
Better captioning services and improved accessibility for test preparation services (9/13/23)
The National Association of the Deaf and The Princeton Review (TPR) have entered into an agreement where they will work together to increase accessibility for TPR's test preparation programs. Read more...
New proposed rule to update Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act to increase equity and protections for people with disabilities (9/13/23)
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a proposed rule that further helps people with disabilities access health and human services under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Read more...
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline adds ASL services (9/11/23)
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s addition of nationwide American Sign Language (ASL) services for people who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Read more...
Veterans who are blind can now read their VA benefits decision letters (8/30/23)
For the first time, Veterans who are blind can read their Veterans Administration (VA) benefits decision letters inside the VA Health and Benefits mobile app. Read more...
Public feedback on accessibility of long-distance trains (8/29/23)
Amtrak is looking for public feedback on the future of accessible train travel. Read more...
Resources for people with disabilities experiencing wildfires and other disasters (8/28/23)
The National Rehabilitation Information Center (NARIC) has put together a list of resources for people with disabilities who are dealing with emergency situations. Read more...
Updated toolkit for building a mental health-friendly workplace (8/15/23)
An updated toolkit from the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion provides an easy-to-follow framework for building a mental health-friendly workplace culture. Read more...
Justice Department Advances Proposed Rule to Strengthen Web and Mobile App Access for People with Disabilities (8/15/23)
The Justice Department sent to the Federal Register for publication a notice of proposed rulemaking under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that aims to improve web and mobile applications (apps) access for people with disabilities. Read more...
EEOC Sues BaronHR and Radiant Services for discriminatory recruitment and hiring (8/14/23)
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a lawsuit in federal court for discriminatory employment practices based on race, national origin, sex, and disability. Read more...
Final rule on accessibility guidelines for pedestrian facilities in the public right-of-way (8/11/23)
The Access Board has published new guidelines that talk about access to sidewalks and streets, crosswalks, curb ramps, pedestrian signals, on-street parking, and other parts of public rights-of-way. Read more...
Best Practices for the Design of Accessible COVID-19 Home Tests (8/2/23)
A new document makes recommendations for test designers and manufacturers to create user-friendly and accessible COVID-19 home tests. Read more...
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation settles EEOC charge (8/2/23)
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has settled a U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission charge that they violated the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read more...
Final Rule on Accessible Airline Lavatories (8/1/23)
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced a new rule which requires airline lavatories to be more accessible for wheelchair users. Read more...
New course on disability etiquette and the media (8/1/23)
The Rocky Mountain ADA Center has a new course that focuses on disability awareness and etiquette in media settings. Read more...