Title II Today: Compliance & Accessibility Insights for Monday, November 10, 2025 – Volume 109
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News
1.) Top 5 Most Clicked News Articles From Last Month
A.) Vibe Fixing: How To Validate AI-Generated Code And Achieve Accessibility At The Speed Of AI | Deque.com | September 16, 2025
Here Jeremy Rivera presents “vibe fixing” as a workflow to pair AI-powered code generation (“vibe coding”) with accessibility validation using tools like the axe MCP Server, enabling developers to quickly detect, remediate, and re-verify accessibility issues directly in their existing development environment.
B.) How To Make Complex Data Accessible For Users With Disabilities | Pope.tech | September 15, 2025
Effective presentation of complex data is crucial for ensuring accessibility for users with disabilities. The article emphasizes three key steps: understanding the purpose of the data, recognizing the diversity of the audience, and designing information for multiple pathways to enhance comprehension and usability.
C.) Accessible By Design: Improving Command Line Interfaces For All Users | Afixt.com | September 16, 2025
This article emphasizes the importance of accessibility in command line interfaces (CLIs) for users with disabilities, particularly those who are blind or visually impaired. It provides best practices for developers to improve CLI usability by simplifying visual formatting, avoiding dynamic content, and structuring output for clarity.
D.) Headings: The Invisible Compass Of Web Accessibility | A11yblog.com | October 5, 2025
Headings play a crucial role in web accessibility by serving as the main navigation system for users, particularly those utilizing screen readers. Effective heading structure aids not only users with visual impairments but benefits everyone by providing a clearer understanding of content organization and aiding quick navigation.
E.) FTC Targets Deceptive Accessibility Claims: Key Takeaways for Businesses Using Accessibility Widgets | JDSupra.com | October 8, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission (the “FTC”) issued a Decision and Order ( the “Decision,”) (Docket No. C-4817, issued April 21, 2025) against accessiBe Inc. and accessiBe Ltd. (together “accessiBe”), a website accessibility vendor, resolving allegations that accessiBe made deceptive claims about the ability of its automated “widget” technology to bring websites into compliance with governing law.
2.) Grayscale Testing: The Missing Step In Color Accessibility | Pope.Tech | November 3, 2025
Color accessibility extends beyond contrast checks; it also involves ensuring information is clear without color distinctions. Grayscale testing effectively reveals areas where designs overly rely on color, facilitating better accessibility for individuals with color vision differences.
3.) ADA Newsletter November 2025 6th Edition | University of Maryland | November 1, 2025
ADA Coordinator Corner: A note from ADA coordinator Emily Singer Lucio. Campus Updates. UMD in the News.
4.) Word And PowerPoint Alt Text Roundup | WebAIM.org | October 31, 2025
This roundup examines the effectiveness of alternative text (alt text) in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, revealing consistent methods for adding alt text across various image types. It highlights the strengths and weaknesses of alt text conversion to PDFs, particularly noting Microsoft’s recent improvements in PDF accessibility compared to Adobe’s tools.
5.) Sometimes the Best Accessibility Fix is a Usability Fix | Buttondown.com | October 29, 2025
This article explores how many accessibility issues overlap with general usability problems, emphasizing that good design inherently includes accessibility. It argues that addressing these usability concerns can enhance user experience for everyone while reducing unnecessary friction, ultimately making products more appealing to both disabled and non-disabled users.
6.) ChatGPT Sez Build With Semantics First | Html5Accessibility.com | October 28, 2025
This article critiques the use of ARIA tags in the ChatGPT Atlas browser, suggesting that it may overlook the importance of native HTML semantics. It argues for prioritizing structured HTML to ensure better compatibility and understanding by AI tools like ChatGPT.
7.) OpenAI, ARIA, And SEO: Making The Web Worse | AdrianRoselli.com | October 28, 2025
The launch of OpenAI’s new browser, Atlas, raises concerns for accessibility as it encourages the use of ARIA tags, potentially leading to further web inaccessibility. Adrian critiques the lack of understanding of ARIA by OpenAI, emphasizing the potential risks of SEO manipulation and content theft inherent in the integration of LLMs with web accessibility practices.
8.) Legal Update: October 2025 | ConvergeAccessibility.com | October 27, 2025
This article discusses recent legal developments in web accessibility, highlighting a case in the Southern District of New York where a Title III ADA claim against an online-only business was dismissed. It also addresses the introduction of the Medical Device Nonvisual Accessibility Act of 2025 and provides insight into how courts interpret ‘intent to return’ in accessibility cases.
9.) A11y 101: 2.4.5 Multiple Ways | Tarnoff.info | October 27, 2025
This article clarifies the WCAG success criteria regarding providing multiple ways to access web pages and its relevance to both physical and digital spaces. It emphasizes the importance of navigation and additional methods like search and sitemaps to enhance user accessibility across various web environments.
10.) Don’t Forget These Tags To Make HTML Work Like You Expect | Jim-Nielsen.com | October 26, 2025
The essential HTML tags are crucial for ensuring your website displays correctly across different browsers and devices. Key tags include the doctype declaration, language specification, character set, and viewport settings, all of which significantly enhance the rendering and accessibility of web content.
11.) How A 3-Minute A11y Snapshot Helps Me Turn Curiosity Into Connection | PedalPoint.com | October 25, 2025
The a11y snapshot is a fast, actionable method to initiate conversations about accessibility with potential leads. By providing a brief review of key accessibility issues on a vendor’s website, it helps to foster meaningful discussions and promote digital inclusion.
12.) What’s An Interactive Element? | Matuzo.at | October 24, 2025
This post examines the misunderstandings around the interactive nature of HTML elements, particularly the <dialog> element and its relationship with the tabindex attribute. It clarifies the definition of interactive elements, their focusability, and the appropriate usage of tabindex in enhancing accessibility.
13.) Is It Time to Regulate React? | Dbushell.com | October 23, 2025
The piece explores the notion of regulation in the context of React, advocating for better web practices amidst concerns about performance and accessibility in React-built applications. It argues that developers must return to web fundamentals to provide a better user experience.
14.) Why Can’t Everything Be Accessible? | Substack.com | October 22, 2025
Accessibility is a pressing issue where millions are excluded from technology that lacks design consideration for disabilities. This article emphasizes the need for better education on accessibility in coding, government leadership, and the incorporation of diverse perspectives in AI development to foster true inclusion.
15.) Got Data, Now What? Storytelling Through Accessible Design | EqualEntry.com | October 21, 2025
This article highlights Dr. Angela Young’s insights on transforming raw data into accessible, inclusive stories that everyone can understand and act on. It emphasizes the significance of integrating accessibility in data designs from the beginning to enhance clarity, equity, and participation in decision-making.
16.) Fable Expands Testing Community To The UK To Help Organisations Comply With EU Accessibility Act | MakeItFable.com | October 21, 2025
Fable has announced the expansion of its accessibility testing community to the UK, aiding European enterprises in complying with the European Accessibility Act that took effect in June 2025. The initiative aims to enhance digital accessibility for a significant portion of the EU population, while addressing gaps in current preparedness among organizations.
17.) New AT Resources Reveal Real-World Strategies From Blind And Low Vision Workers | NTAC.blind.msstate.edu | October 21, 2025
The National Research and Training Center on Blindness and Low Vision has released two new resources showcasing how blind and low vision professionals use technology to overcome accessibility barriers. The tip sheet and fact sheet highlight real-world strategies involving OCR, AI tools, and cross-training with screen readers, offering practical guidance for navigating inaccessible digital environments.
18.) Swedish Government Starts To Audit ECommence Websites | Pts.se | October 21, 2025
The Swedish government has commenced its oversight initiative to ensure compliance with the European Accessibility Act for eCommerce providers. This initiative will focus on larger companies, assessing specific website components including the homepage, product pages, and search functions through 2026.
19.) Why Accessibility Breaks Between Design & Development | Alicia.design | October 20, 2023
Accessibility often falters in the transition from design to development due to platform fragmentation, unclear ownership, and the happy path bias. To close these gaps, it’s essential to create platform-specific accessibility specs and incorporate accessibility into design reviews and testing processes.
20.) Open And Use Accessibility Settings On Windows 11 | WindowsReport.com | October 20, 2025
Windows 11 offers a range of Ease of Access features that enhance user experience for individuals with varying needs. This guide covers how to access and customize accessibility settings for improved visibility, hearing, and interaction with your device.
21.) How To Write An Accessibility Statement In 2025, With Examples | EqualizeDigital.com | October 17, 2025
This guide outlines the essential components for crafting a clear and effective accessibility statement in 2025, emphasizing the significance of transparency in accessibility efforts. It highlights legal obligations in various jurisdictions and provides frameworks for identifying and addressing accessibility barriers.
22.) Queens Library Agrees To Major Accessibility Upgrades After Disability Rights Lawsuit | Gothamist | October 16, 2025
The Hunters Point Library in Queens will undergo extensive renovations to enhance accessibility following a settlement from a class-action lawsuit. The settlement mandates improvements such as accessible seating and stair-free access to various library sections, addressing over 100 barriers to ensure all patrons can utilize the library fully.
23.) AI Has An Accessibility Problem: What Devs Can Do About It | LogRocket.com | October 15, 2025
This article examines the challenges of accessibility in AI-generated content and the implications of human biases that are inherited by AI. It emphasizes the importance of incorporating accessibility into the development process to create products usable by all, particularly by those with disabilities.
24.) Be a Digital Ally: Tools and Techniques of a Blind Accessibility Auditor | Knowbility.org | October 16, 2025
You are tuned in to Knowbility’s Be a Digital Ally, and today we are doing a presentation on tools and techniques of a blind accessibility auditor.
25.) Identifying Accessibility Data Gaps In CodeGen Models | AaronGustafson.com | October 16, 2025
The examination of LLM-generated HTML code revealed a troubling lack of adherence to accessibility best practices, emphasizing the need for better training data in AI models. Key missteps included missing labels, improper use of ARIA attributes, and confusion in form handling, indicating a superficial understanding rather than true implementation of accessibility standards.
26.) Why Every Search Needs an Announced Empty State | Buttondown.com | October 15, 2025
Announced empty states are crucial for effective search functionality, particularly for screen reader users, who require feedback after a search to understand if results were found or not. Without clear communication, users may become frustrated and lose trust in the system, highlighting a significant accessibility issue that needs addressing.
27.) Page Headings Don’t Belong In The Header | TemperTemper.net | October 15, 2025
This article argues for keeping the <h1> heading outside the <header> element to maintain semantic meaning and accessibility. By positioning the <h1> within the <main> element, users, including those relying on screen readers, have a clearer navigation experience, which enhances overall usability.
28.) Tables: Beyond Rows And Columns | TPGI.com | October 13, 2025
This article clarifies the importance of using tables in HTML for presenting structured data, particularly when dealing with complex datasets. It explains best practices for labeling tables and avoiding misuse for layout purposes, emphasizing the significance of semantics in enhancing accessibility for assistive technologies.
29.) HTML Dialog: Getting Accessibility And UX Right | JaredCunha.com | October 13, 2025
This article examines how to effectively use the HTML dialog element to create accessible and user-friendly modal dialogs. It outlines best practices derived from experience with the U.S. Web Design System, emphasizing the importance of focus management, locking background scroll, and adjusting for visual consistency to enhance user interactions.
30.) Todd Libby On Deceptive Patterns | ShopTalkShow.com | October 13, 2025
In this episode, Todd Libby discusses deceptive patterns on the web, what WCAG is and its significance, along with five prevalent deceptive patterns currently in use. The conversation emphasizes the importance of accessibility and responsible web design practices.
31.) Star Raters Are More Challenging To Make Accessible Than You Might Think | ElevenWays.be | October 11, 2025
Star rating systems, though seemingly simple, present significant accessibility challenges for users, especially those with visual or motor impairments. Effective design must ensure intuitive keyboard navigation and prevent accidental submissions, thereby allowing all users to express their opinions reliably.
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32.) Stop Inviting Overlay Employees & Bad Actors Into Accessibility Spaces | ChrisYoong.com | October 9, 2025
The presence of overlay companies and their employees in Accessibility spaces poses significant risks, including confusion over genuine and performative work, exploitation of community networks, and deflection of resources away from authentic practitioners. This dynamic undermines trust and integrity within these communities, making meaningful collaboration challenging.
33.) Accessibility Audits: Because Everyone Deserves To Stay In Focus | EqualEntry.com | October 9, 2025
Accessibility audits are crucial for identifying barriers in websites and digital content, ensuring that updates do not hinder usability for users with disabilities. Ongoing commitment to fixing these issues is essential for maintaining credibility and respect for all users.
34.) Why WordPress Themes Require Underlines On Links | JoeDolson.com | October 9, 2025
WordPress themes mandate underlines on links by default to ensure accessibility compliance with WCAG guidelines, simplifying the testing process for theme reviewers. While other design options may exist, they require more complex verification, thereby limiting flexibility in theme development.
35.) How To Conduct User Testing With People With Disabilities | Intopia.digital | October 6, 2025
Effective user testing with individuals with disabilities requires careful participant selection and consideration of their unique circumstances. This guide outlines strategies for recruiting the right participants, using their own devices, and conducting both remote and in-person sessions to ensure inclusive and respectful testing environments.
36.) Essential Visually Hidden CSS Techniques For Web Accessibility | A11Y-Collective.com | October 6, 2025
This guide explores techniques for hiding content visually while keeping it accessible to assistive technologies, addressing common pitfalls such as using ‘display: none’, which removes content from the accessibility tree. By employing the clip-path technique and ensuring keyboard accessibility, developers can create a more inclusive web experience.
37.) ADA Title II And PDFs: Fix, Archive, Or Delete? | Afixt.com | September 30, 2025
State and local governments face a pressing need to ensure the accessibility of PDFs to comply with Title II of the ADA. Agencies must decide whether to fix, archive, or delete outdated PDFs, distinguishing between active, archived, and obsolete content for effective communication with the public.
Deadlines For Compliance
April 24, 2026 | Title II Deadline | ADA
State and local governments with a population of 50,000 or more must ensure their websites, mobile apps, and digital documents comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
April 24, 2027 | Title II Deadline | ADA
State and local governments with fewer than 50,000 people, as well as all special district governments, must achieve full compliance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
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