Governor Newsom signed SB 707, which modernizes the Brown Act and expands public meeting access. It includes changes designed to increase public participation and remote teleconferencing access. The bill mainly goes into effect on January 1, 2026, with some parts going into effect on July 1, 2026. The Brown Act was enacted in 1953 to … Continued
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has created 18 Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) message templates in English, 13 other commonly spoken languages in the United States, and American Sign Language (ASL). The templates can be used by alerting authorities to create webpages that inform people about an ongoing emergency. The ASL alerts are supported with video … Continued
The Rocky Mountain ADA Center has a new, free, online course: Accessible Tourism and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The course covers travel-related accessibility considerations, including digital access, transportation, lodging, and attractions, and the role of the ADA. Individuals who take the course will learn how communities and businesses can create travel experiences that … Continued
The Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) has two new briefs that outline ways to help promote the success of employees who are neurodiverse. Both briefs are part of ODEP’s Research Support Services for Employment of Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum, or the REYAAS, project. The first brief, Principles and Promising Practices for Hiring … Continued
The National Council on Disability (NCD) released a new report, National Disability Policy: A Progress Report 2025. The report outlines key policy developments related to healthcare, transportation, education, employment, and other social areas and their impact on people with disabilities. The report also highlights emerging issues such as artificial intelligence and future work toward achieving … Continued
The Rocky Mountain ADA Center has a new report: Wearable devices in the workplace and the ADA. It covers how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to wearable devices in the workplace, including: Employers’ responsibilities and considerations when requiring or asking their employees to use these devices, and The rights of people with disabilities. … Continued
The National Center for Disability and Pregnancy Research has a new resource, the Accessible Pregnancy Action Plan. It is a tool to help pregnant women with disabilities or chronic illnesses outline their needs during pregnancy, labor, and delivery, and postpartum. The plan was created for people with disabilities who are considering pregnancy or who are … Continued
The ADA National Network has a new resource for business owners: 10 Things for Businesses to Know About the ADA. It covers how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to businesses, including how: Businesses’ goods and services must be accessible to people with disabilities. Tax incentives can help businesses become more accessible. Service animals … Continued
The Rocky Mountain ADA Center created a guide with tips on how to make your travel experience more accessible and enjoyable. Tips for an accessible travel experience recommends: Tip # 1: Plan Early Tip # 2: Know Your Rights Tip # 3: Create an Inclusive Holiday Trip Tip # 4: Access for All Travel and celebration … Continued
In many parts of the country, snow season is here! The Great Plains ADA Center developed a guide with tips for small business owners about snow removal and customers with disabilities. Read the snow removal guide.
