Accessibility in the News—12/21/18. For people with disabilities, getting around can be fraught with obstacles—from inaccessible transportations systems that fail to accommodate travelers wheelchairs, to people using parking spots illegally. Learn about empathy signs in parking lots, revamped facilities, and the concepts affecting the future of accessible transportation in this week’s Accessibility in the News. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our[…]
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Kansas Lawmakers Approve Bill To Deter Out Of State Attorneys From Filing ADA Lawsuits Against Kansas Websites
Accessibility in the News — 4/7/2023. Kansas legislators have approved a bill aimed at deterring out-of-state attorneys from suing businesses alleging non-compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on their websites. The bill allows the attorney general to file countersuits if deemed abusive by the courts, and grants businesses 90 days to correct website issues. The original version was seen as heavy-handed. The new version was approved by the[…]
Sweeping Federal Cuts Hit Education, Social Security, and Mental Health Services
Accessibility in the News — 3/14/2025. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]
With Mail In Ballots Well Underway, How Do States Stack Up On Ballot Accessibility
Accessibility in the News — 10/18/2024. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]
Department of Transportation Works To Continue Accessibility Improvements
Accessibility in the News — 8/30/2024. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]
Justice Department Removes ADA Guidelines, Sparking Concern from Disability Advocates
Accessibility in the News — 3/28/2025. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]
Texas Passes Multiple Bills To Improve Voting Accessibility
Accessibility in the News — 9/8/2023. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]
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Section 508 Explained
What Government Contractors Need to Know The federal government has recently shown a renewed commitment to enforcing Section 508 requirements for agencies. Some of the recent developments include the following: What is Section 508? Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 requires Electronic and Information Technology (EIT) used by the federal government to be accessible to people with disabilities. Enacted in 1998, the law is an amendment to the[…]
Case Study: TXDPS CRS Website Provides Instant Access to Criminal Records
Client: Texas Department of Public Safety Crime Record ServiceIndustry: Law Enforcement/Public Safety, GovernmentProject Life: 1997-PresentWebsite: http://securesite.txdps.state.tx.us Background The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is one of the “Big Seven” state agencies headquartered in Austin, Texas, and is the principle agency responsible for maintaining public safety in the state. DPS strives to protect lives, rights, and property of all Texans. The Issue In 1997, the 75th legislature passed a bill[…]