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 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
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.
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs administers and enforces equal employment opportunity requirements that protect workers from discrimination. They apply to companies that have federal contracts or subcontracts above a certain dollar amount. Recently, these dollar amounts increased and, as a result, reduced the number of contractors having to meet these requirements. Under Section … Continued
The ADA National Network has a new frequently asked questions page that talks about the difference between a reasonable accommodation and a reasonable modification. The information is available in both English and Spanish.
Small business owners or managers who have questions about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) can find answers on a new website created by the Northeast ADA Center. The site, Small Business at Work: Understanding the ADA and your business, offers practical tools for small businesses as they implement the ADA.
The results of a survey by the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) show that workplace accommodations are usually inexpensive and broadly beneficial. Surveyed employers reported that the benefits of the workplace accommodations far outweighed the costs. Such benefits included: Keeping valuable employees, Improving productivity and morale; and Reducing workers’ compensation and training costs. Most employers report … Continued
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) said it will not enforce key provisions of a rule issued in December that requires new consumer protections for passengers with disabilities who use wheelchairs or scooters. The Department is writing a new rule and will not enforce the current rule’s requirements, including that airlines: Are liable for mishandled … Continued
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Uber Technologies Inc. for discriminating against passengers with disabilities, including those who use service animals and mobility devices such as stowable wheelchairs. The lawsuit seeks $125 million for individuals who have been discriminated against and submitted complaints to Uber or the Department. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. … Continued
