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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...
ADA National Network Learning Session: "Ensuring Telehealth Access for All" (8/24/23)
Are you a health care provider, policymaker, or advocate? Do you work with patients or know someone that does? It is important to keep up to date with technology in health care, including the use of telehealth. Read more...
Join Us for the Pacific Region ADA Update Conference- August 22 & 23, 2023 (8/18/23)
Join us in person in Phoenix, AZ or online for an engaging and informative regional event to learn about a variety of ADA-related topics. Sponsorship and Exhibitor opportunities are also available. 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...
California Promises Better Care for Inmates as They Leave Prison (7/31/23)
California has agreed to improve health care for newly released prison inmates who are disabled. Read more...
Lawsuit against LA County for discriminating against voters with disabilities (7/31/23)
The U.S. Attorney's Office, Central District of California, has found that the County of Los Angeles discriminated against persons with disabilities at vote centers during recent elections. Read more...
New resources on intersectionality in the workplace (7/28/23)
The Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) offers resources businesses can use to consider their diversity and inclusion efforts through an intersectional lens. Read more...
Arizona prisons found to discriminate against people with vision disabilities (7/28/23)
The U.S. Department of Justice found that the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation, and Reentry violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by discriminating against individuals with vision disabilities. Read more...
Updated EEOC document on the ADA and individuals with visual disabilities at work (7/27/23)
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has an updated technical assistance document, “Visual Disabilities in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act.” Read more...
EEOC Sues Walmart for Disability Discrimination (6/29/23)
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charged that a Walmart store in Bullhead City, Arizona violated the ADA by not providing a reasonable accommodation for a cashier who has a seizure disorder. Read more...
Justice Department Statement of Interest About the ADA Rights of Children with Disabilities Having Behavioral Health Challenges in School (6/29/23)
The Statement of Interest makes clear how Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to a school board’s response to children having disability-related behavioral challenges. Read more...
California Congressman Introduces Accessible Tech Act (6/28/23)
The Access Technology Affordability Act would provide a $2,000 credit to blind and vision-impaired people to buy equipment that helps them to work. Read more...
Massage Envy Agrees to Deal with ADA Problems in All its Franchised Locations (6/27/23)
Massage Envy has a settlement agreement that requires the company to change policies at all of its franchised locations nationwide to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Read more...
When One Fight for Civil Rights Leads to Another (6/26/23)
An article by the Office of Disability Employment Policy Assistant Secretary honors the important role the civil rights movement played in sparking the disability rights movement. Read more...
New Resource on Accessible Onboarding (6/26/23)
A new online resource from the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion can help employers talk about and show a commitment to accessibility and inclusion during the onboarding process. Read more...
Justice Department Celebrates Olmstead Decision Anniversary (6/23/23)
June 22, 2023 was the 24th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision in Olmstead v. L.C., in which the Court ruled that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not allow the unneeded separation of people with disabilities. Read more...
Public Input on a Plan to Improve Channel Islands National Park's Accessibility (6/22/23)
The National Park Service is looking for comments on a draft plan that provides recommendations for accessibility and removing barriers to visitor experiences at Channel Islands National Park. Read more...
ADA National Network Webinar Series: Health Care and the ADA-Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (6/22/23)
The opioid crisis has been an ongoing major issue in the United States. The treatment of those with opioid use disorder in both health systems and the criminal justice system has also raised civil rights concerns. Read more...
Feedback about the Accessibility of the Honolulu Rail (6/21/23)
Transportation officials hosted members of the disabled community to get feedback about accessibility on Honolulu’s new rail system. Read more...
Supporting Workers with Long COVID Factsheet (6/20/23)
A new Office of Disability Employment Policy factsheet shares ways to support workers with Long COVID. Read more...
FCC Requires Video Conferencing Platforms to be Accessible (6/16/23)
The Federal Communications Commission voted to require video conferencing platforms, like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Webex, to comply with the accessibility requirements under the Communications Act and under agency rules. Read more...
Listening Session to Guide Research on Buses of the Future (6/15/23)
The Federal Transit Administration will host a listening session on Thursday, June 22, to get feedback to guide the future design of buses. Read more...
Disability Inclusion in the Workplace: Why It Matters (6/14/23)
During the month of June, the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion is providing information about why disability inclusion and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) matters and sharing ways employers can advance DEIA efforts. Read more...
The Impacts of Extreme Weather on People with Disabilities (6/5/23)
The National Council on Disability has a new report on the effects of natural disasters and extreme weather events on people with disabilities. Read more...
New PSA Video on Mental Health (6/5/23)
The U.S. Department of Labor has put out a video public service announcement (PSA) to help improve mental health and wellness in the workforce. Read more...
Complaint Against the State Bar of California for Failing to Provide an Accessible Bar Exam (6/2/23)
Law school graduates with disabilities have filed a group complaint with the US Department of Justice against the State Bar of California for violating the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read more...
Dear Colleague Letter on Online Accessibility at Postsecondary Organizations (6/2/23)
The U.S. Departments of Justice and Education put out a Dear Colleague Letter reminding colleges, universities, and other postsecondary organizations to make sure their online services, programs, and activities are accessible. Read more...
Looking for Public Comments on Low Transfer Surface Height of Medical Diagnostic Equipment (6/1/23)
The U.S. Access Board is looking for comments from the public about the low transfer surface height of medical diagnostic equipment. Read more...
Medicare Will Cover Seat Elevation Equipment for Eligible Power Wheelchair Users (6/1/23)
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services said that Medicare will now cover seat elevation devices for power wheelchairs. Read more...
EEOC Releases Update to COVID-19 Technical Assistance (5/19/23)
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has added a number of updates to its COVID-19 technical assistance, “What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws”. Read more...
$700 Million in Grants to Replace Aging Passenger Railcars in Transit Systems (5/17/23)
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration announced the selection of six projects in six states to replace aging passenger railcars, improving reliability, safety, and accessibility on the nation's rail transit systems. Read more...
Arizona Law Lays Out What Universities Must Accept to Document Disabilities (5/17/23)
A new Arizona law is making it easier for students to have their disability recognized by universities and colleges. Read more...
Theme for 2023 National Disability Employment Awareness Month is Announced. (5/16/23)
The Office of Disability and Employment Policy has chosen “Advancing Access and Equity” as its 2023 theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Read more...
May 18th is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (5/15/23)
Thursday, May 18, 2023, is the 12th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! Read more...
FEMA to Host National Resilience Listening Sessions (5/4/23)
FEMA to Host National Resilience Listening Sessions Read more...
Updates to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Section 504 Regulations (5/4/23)
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is looking for public comments on possible changes to regulations dealing with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Read more...
A List of Disability Resources from Benefits.gov (5/4/23)
Benefits.gov has an article, An Overview of Disability Resources, which talks about healthcare benefits, disability insurance, and where to find other resources on Benefits.gov. Read more...
LA Metro agrees to improve access at Union Station (5/2/23)
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority entered into a settlement agreement that requires the agency to correct violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read more...
LA Metro agrees to improve access at Union Station (5/2/23)
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority entered into a settlement agreement that requires the agency to correct violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read more...
Transit Planning 4 All Virtual Town Halls (5/2/23)
The Administration for Community Living Transit Planning 4 All (TP4A) program is hosting two virtual town halls to identify transportation accessibility problems and the needs of people with disabilities and older adults. Read more...
ADA National Network Learning Session: Health Equity and Disability: Impacts of Unconscious Bias and Diagnostic Overshadowing (4/27/23)
While everyone has unconscious biases as a result of our own experiences and histories, biases towards individuals with disabilities can result in inequitable healthcare and poorer health outcomes for these patients. Read more...
Including Accessibility in Long Beach's Disaster and Emergency Plans (4/25/23)
A $100,000 grant will help Long Beach, CA make sure that residents with disabilities aren’t left out of its public health plans for disasters and emergencies. Read more...
Senators Propose Guardianship Bill of Rights to Limit Abuse (4/24/23)
Senator Bob Casey has proposed a law he said will help stop guardianship abuses by making changes to the current system. Read more...
New Section 508 Reporting Requirements (4/21/23)
The U.S. Office of Management and Budget, U.S. Access Board, and the General Services Administration’s IT Accessibility Program have updated the requirements and instructions for federal agencies to report on their Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act activities. Read more...
Creating an Accessible and Welcoming Workplace (4/20/23)
A new toolkit by the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion can help organizations create accessible and welcoming workplaces. Read more...
Why It Matters - Sharing Stories of Tackling ADA Transition Plans" (4/12/23)
In this webinar, you will hear from municipal leaders from Randolph, Andover, Barnstable, and Salem Massachusetts about how they were able to develop successful transition plans. Read more...
EEOC Sues Casino for Disability Discrimination and Retaliation (4/11/23)
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has filed a lawsuit against the Downtown Grand Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada for denying reasonable accommodations and retaliation. Read more...
Making Online Surveys Accessible (4/10/23)
A new document provides ideas for improving the accessibility of online surveys for users with blindness or low vision. Read more...
Meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Individuals with Disabilities and Disasters (4/7/23)
During the April 20th meeting of NACIDD, how to meet the health needs of people with disabilities during and after disasters and emergencies will be discussed. Read more...
Meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Individuals with Disabilities and Disasters (4/7/23)
During the April 20th meeting of NACIDD, how to meet the health needs of people with disabilities during and after disasters and emergencies will be discussed. Read more...
ADA Case Set To Go Before the Supreme Court (4/3/23)
The US Supreme Court agreed to hear a case about whether a “tester” of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has the right to sue hotels over alleged violations of the law. Read more...
New Fully Accessible Playground in Novato, California (3/31/23)
The Novato City Council has approved the construction of Marin County’s first fully accessible and inclusive playground for children with and without disabilities. Read more...
Register for the Certified Access Specialist (CASp) Exam Training Course (3/31/23)
The Pacific ADA Center is offering an online course from April 3 - 6 to provide a review of the knowledge, skills, and abilities covered on the exam to become a CASp in California. Read more...
2022 Labor Force Data for People with Disabilities (3/30/23)
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has a new report that talks about labor force, employment, and unemployment data for people with disabilities during 2022. Read more...
Video: Employers Focus on Accessibility (3/29/23)
A new Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion video has interviews with industry experts talking about best practices for making sure products and services are accessible for customers and employees. Read more...
Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Public School Students with Disabilities (3/28/23)
The Supreme Court ruled that a deaf student can sue his school for not providing him with a public education that met his needs. Read more...
Mental Health Matters National Online Dialogue Series (3/27/23)
Now through April 3, the U.S. Department of Labor is hosting online discussions to get public input on how public policy can better support workers’ mental health. Read more...
Disability Advocates Announce Support of the All of Us Research Program (3/24/23)
A Coalition of disability advocates supported the National Institutes of Health’s effort to get more than one million Americans involved in biomedical research. Read more...
How to Meet Different Employee Accessibility Needs (3/23/23)
The Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology has a new resource that provides examples of different employee accessibility needs and offers suggestions for managing them. Read more...
EEOC Webinar Focusing on Vulnerable Workers and Persons from Underserved Communities (3/10/23)
This March 14th Equal Employment Opportunities Commission (EEOC) webinar will focus on harassment, retaliation, labor trafficking, discriminatory pay, unequal working conditions, and other policies and practices that especially affect vulnerable workers and persons from underserved communities. Read more...
Federal Agencies Send Section 508 Report to the President and Congress (3/6/23)
The US Department of Justice and the General Services Administration have a new report that talks about how well some federal agencies are complying with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. Read more...
Judy Heumann Disability Rights Pioneer 1947-2023 (3/6/23)
The disability rights movement lost a founder and pioneer when Judy Heumann passed away in Washington, D.C. on March 4, 2023. Read more...
California State Hotline to Report School Discipline Problems (3/6/23)
The California State Superintendent of Public Instruction has set up a tipline to report schools that have discipline problems including disciplining students of color or with disabilities more than other students. Read more...
HUD Wants Public Input on Fair Housing Proposed Rule (3/6/23)
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is looking for comments on its recent proposed rule about the Fair Housing Act’s requirement to "further fair housing". Read more...
Workplace Protections for Individuals Impacted by Cancer (3/6/23)
The U.S. Department of Labor has a new resource to help workers living with cancer, their caregivers, and cancer survivors understand their rights during this difficult time. Read more...
Registration Now Open for 2023 National ADA Symposium (3/5/23)
The 2023 National ADA Symposium is offering two conferences, one in-person from May 21 - 24 in Kansas City, MO, and one virtual from June 12 - 14. Read more...
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area Seeks Input on Plan to Increase Accessibility (3/3/23)
The National Park Service is looking for comments on a draft plan that provides recommendations for removing barriers for visitors to Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Read more...
FEMA Wants Feedback on its Post-Disaster Recovery Guide (3/3/23)
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is looking for feedback on its draft “Achieving Equitable Recovery: A Post-Disaster Guide for Local Officials.” Read more...
Prepare to Protect With the New Emergency App (in ASL) (3/2/23)
A video in American Sign Language (ASL) discusses how the American Red Cross has rebuilt its all-inclusive Emergency App to improve how it delivers timely, accurate information. Read more...
New Learning Guide: Organization-Wide Accessibility: Everyone Plays a Part (3/1/23)
This Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion guide talks about ways employers can create and keep fully accessible workplaces. Read more...
DOL Provides Funding to Expand Employment Opportunities and Outcomes for People with Disabilities (2/28/23)
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has selected ten states, including California, to participate in its National Expansion of Employment Opportunities Network initiative. Read more...
JAN Long COVID in the Workplace Webinar (2/27/23)
On March 9th, the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is offering the training "What You Should Know About the Impact of Long COVID in the Workplace". Read more...
The ADA and the Use of Software, Algorithms, and Artificial Intelligence (2/23/23)
A new Equal Employment Opportunity Commission document provides tips for workers with disabilities on how to deal with new technology that can make it harder for them to get or do well at a job. Read more...
ADA National Network Learning Session: State of Equitable Care for Persons with Disabilities: Fifty Years after Civil Rights Laws (2/23/23)
Despite multiple laws requiring the provision of equitable care, research repeatedly demonstrates that Americans with disabilities experience disparities and inadequate care. The presenters will discuss major areas in which these disparities persist: data gaps, effective communication, physical access to care, competency training for healthcare providers and staff, and nondiscriminatory health... Read more...
New Home Modification Toolkit (2/22/23)
This Toolkit is designed to provide professionals with tools to increase home modification availability and awareness for older adults and persons with disabilities. Read more...
EEOC Hearing on Artificial Intelligence and other Automated Systems in Employment Decisions (2/17/23)
Recently, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) held a public hearing to look at the benefits and harms of using automated systems, including artificial intelligence, in employment decisions. Read more...
Interview Series on Section 504 at 50 (2/13/23)
To remember the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Southeast ADA Center has a special virtual interview series. Read more...
Judge Rules that Redondo Beach Schools Must Integrate Students with Developmental Disabilities (2/10/23)
The Ninth Circuit said the schools must integrate students with developmental disabilities into the general classrooms when those students are making enough progress toward their individualized education plan (IEP) goals. Read more...
FREE Virtual Training on the Fair Housing Act’s Accessibility Requirements (2/9/23)
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will provide a virtual training on the Fair Housing Act’s Accessibility Requirements on February 14, 2023. Read more...
Fountain Valley, CA to Build Universally Accessible Playground (2/1/23)
Fountain Valley will have a playground for all individuals by the end of the year. Read more...
San Jose Airport to Improve Disability Access (2/1/23)
Mineta San Jose International Airport in California was granted nearly $11 million by the Federal Aviation Administration to upgrade its facilities to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read more...
Beginner’s Checklist for Inclusive Artificial Intelligence (AI) (1/31/23)
The Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology created a checklist to help staff make sure an organization uses AI tools in inclusive ways. Read more...
City and County of Honolulu Agree to Improve Paratransit for People with Disabilities (1/30/23)
The Justice Department entered into a settlement agreement with the City and County of Honolulu under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act to improve its paratransit. Read more...
Updated EEOC Guidance on the ADA and Individuals with Hearing Disabilities in the Workplace (1/27/23)
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its guidance document, “Hearing Disabilities in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act”. Read more...
National Institutes of Health Working Group's Recommendations to Promote Disability Inclusion (1/24/23)
A National Institutes of Health (NIH) Working Group on Diversity has recommendations on how the NIH can support the inclusion of people with disabilities in the scientific workforce and in research. Read more...
How to Retain the Talents of Employees with Disabilities (1/24/23)
Throughout January, the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) is sharing best practices and effective strategies to help employers retain their disabled employees. Read more...
Eye Surgery Practices Agree to Pay $1 Million and End Discriminatory Policies (1/20/23)
The Justice Department filed a proposed consent decree with Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Centers and American Vision Partners to settle its lawsuit saying the eye care practices violated the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read more...
Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) Publishes New Interactive Data Maps (1/19/23)
The ODEP has two new interactive data maps to help policymakers, employers and others better understand the disability employment landscape in their states and across the U.S. Read more...
Report on Federal Technology’s Accessibility for People with Disabilities, Older Adults and Veterans (1/18/23)
The Senate Special Committee on Aging report identifies accessibility gaps across the Federal government that affect people with disabilities, older adults and veterans, and sets out recommendations to address these problems. Read more...
New Online Training: Accessible Parking (1/17/23)
The Rocky Mountain ADA Center has a new free, online training on accessible parking. Read more...
Upcoming Webinar: Organization-Wide Accessibility- Everyone Plays a Part (1/13/23)
Join the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 for the “Organization-Wide Accessibility: Everyone Plays a Part” webinar from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET. Read more...
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