State and local governments, also known as public entities, are covered by Title II of the ADA. Title II prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and requires public entitites to provide access for individuals with disabilities to programs, services, and activities.
Explore this section to find out more about:
Who must comply with the ADA? What organizations are considered public entities under Title II of the ADA? What departments have responsibilities under the ADA? What activities are covered?
Administrative Requirements What paperwork should state and local government agencies have on file? What steps should Title II entities take to ensure compliance with the ADA?
General Nondiscrimination Requirements What is the basic mandate of Title II? What are the general requirements of the law?
Employment Responsibilities This section introduces basic information about obligations and rights under the employment provisions of the ADA. What are your employment rights and responsibilities under the ADA?
Program Access What is program access? How can state and local government agencies ensure their programs and services accessible to individuals with disabilities?
Physical Access Responsibilities What do state and local government agencies need to do to make your buildings and facilities accessible to individuals with disabilities? This section discusses your accessibility responsibilities to various types of government buildings.
Effective Communication What is effective communication? What are state and local government agencies required to do to provide effective communication?
Barrier Free Voting Information and resources about ADA requirements for accessible voting and the Help America Vote Act of 2002.
Emergency Management Resources for inclusive emergency management and planning to address ADA compliance requirements and create a safer community.
Education What do public and charter schools need to do to make programs, services, and activities accessible to students and parents with disabilities?
Public Transportation This section discusses responsibilities for providing accessible transportation services including city buses, comparable paratransit, and downtown shuttles.
Government FAQs Frequently asked questions regarding the ADA and Title II entities.
Popular Government Publications Useful publications and resources to help with ADA compliance.
Other Resources Helpful documents and agencies for more information.
