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Legislation introduced to amend the ADA to include digital accessibility compliance requirements for public-facing websites and mobile apps owned or operated by a private entity
White House Ordered to Provide ASL Interpreting for COVID-19 Briefings
A federal district court ordered the White House to provide American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters, live streamed on its website, for all public briefings held by the President, Vice President, and Press Secretary that address …
What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission provides updates to its “What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws” technical assistance information
Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Releases Data Privacy and Security Report
The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has released a report on the findings of its Data Privacy and Security Advisory Committee.
Department of Justice share information and success stories about its ADA Mediation program
This year marks the 30th anniversary of President George H.W. Bush’s signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law. Throughout 2020, the Civil Rights Division is publishing a series of blog posts highlighting …
UW Recognizes #ADA30
By: Barbara Lanser, Mari Magler, Ruben Mota, Top Tantivivat, and Phyllis Treige The Americans with Disabilities Act — a hallmark law that has had an undeniable impact on access and inclusion at UW–Madison — turns …
Furthering the Promise of Equal Access to Healthcare
The ADA guarantees people with disabilities equal access to medical providers like doctor’s offices, pharmacies, and hospitals. The department continues to vigorously enforce the ADA to eliminate physical and attitudinal barriers that keep people with …
The Department of Justice Warns of Inaccurate Flyers and Postings Regarding the Use of Face Masks and the Americans with Disabilities Act
Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Eric Dreiband reiterated today that cards and other documents bearing the Department of Justice seal and claiming that individuals are exempt from face mask requirements are fraudulent.
City of Oberlin Celebrates 30 Years of the ADA with Accessibility Loans
The Americans with Disabilities Act will turn 30 years old on July 26, and the city of Oberlin is celebrating by making loans available for accessibility projects. The Community Improvement Corporation is giving up to …