Title II Today: Compliance & Accessibility Insights for Monday, April 14, 2025 – Volume 102
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1.) Why Title II Still Matters | Mike Calvo | Title2.info | April 11, 2025
Mike Calvo argues that integrating Accessibility into Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives may inadvertently sideline disability concerns. He emphasizes that accessibility, governed by laws like the ADA’s Title II, addresses infrastructure and civil rights, necessitating distinct strategies and dedicated attention separate from DEI efforts.
2.) Trump Administration Changes Course On In-Person Requirements For Social Security | NPR.org | April 10, 2025
In a policy reversal, the Trump administration is reintroducing in-person requirements for Social Security services, raising accessibility concerns for seniors and people with disabilities.
3.) ‘I Call It The Yeti’: The Hunt For Wheelchair-Accessible Taxis In DC | NBCWashington.com | April 9, 2025
Kelly Mack, a longtime wheelchair user, shares her challenges finding accessible taxis in Washington, D.C., highlighting ongoing gaps in the city’s commitment to transportation equity.
4.) New Social Security Rules Will Create Hurdles For Millions Of Seniors, Report Finds | NPR.org | April 8, 2025
A policy change eliminating phone applications for Social Security benefits may force millions of seniors to travel long distances or navigate online systems, raising accessibility concerns.
5.) UCLA Lawsuit: Disabled Students Sue Over Widespread Campus Accessibility Failures, Discrimination | DREDF.org | April 8, 2025
Two UCLA students have filed a lawsuit alleging that persistent physical and institutional barriers on campus severely restrict their access to education, housing, and campus services.
6.) Baltimore City Reaches Settlement To Improve Sidewalk, Ramp Accessibility For Disabled Pedestrians | CBSNews.com | April 7, 2025
Baltimore officials agreed to invest at least $44 million to enhance sidewalk and ramp accessibility following a lawsuit alleging widespread ADA violations affecting pedestrians with mobility disabilities.
7.) Disneyland Cast Members Create Accessibility-Focused Attraction Models | DisneyConnect.com | April 7, 2025
Disneyland Resort is innovating attraction vehicles to enhance accessibility, reflecting a broader commitment to inclusive experiences that engage guests with disabilities through immersive, multi-sensory storytelling.
8.) Wheelchair User Trapped At Rehab Sues NYCHA For Accessible Apartment | TheCity.nyc | April 7, 2025
Susan Bourne, a longtime NYCHA tenant, is suing for an accessible apartment after spending over a decade in a rehabilitation center following a stroke that left her partially paralyzed.
9.) Americans With Disabilities Concerned Over Rollback Of Accessibility Programs | Tucson.com | April 6, 2025
People with disabilities nationwide are expressing concern over government rollbacks that could dismantle long-standing accessibility initiatives and threaten civil rights progress.
10.) Judge Rules In Blind Student’s Battle Over Law School Access | DetroitNews.com | April 5, 2025
A federal judge allowed a lawsuit by Hind Omar, a legally blind law student, to proceed, highlighting ongoing legal debates about universities’ obligations to provide remote learning accommodations under disability law.
11.) Enhance Digital Accessibility Skills With New Training | News.vt.edu | April 4, 2025
Virginia Tech’s Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS) has partnered with Deque Systems and WebAIM to offer self-paced digital accessibility training for all students and employees, aiming to improve inclusive practices across the university community.
12.) Arizona Caregivers Call Blame Game Over $122M Shortfall For Disability Services ‘Very Disheartening’ | ABC15.com | April 3, 2025
Caregivers in Arizona expressed frustration as lawmakers debated responsibility for a $122 million disability services shortfall, with funding for over 59,000 residents at risk as the Division of Developmental Disabilities nears depletion.
13.) How The Education Department Helps Students With Disabilities Get An Education | NPR.org | April 3, 2025
Sueli Gwiazdowski’s experience of being moved between inaccessible and isolating schools underscores the challenges students with disabilities face and highlights the role of education policies in promoting inclusion.
14.) Can Businesses Exclude Service Animals Based On The Allergies Of Others? | ADATitleIII.com | April 3, 2025
Seyfarth Shaw LLP discusses a Florida federal court case where a medical practice excluded a patient’s service dog due to a doctor’s severe allergy, emphasizing that while the ADA generally requires accommodations for service animals, they may be excluded if they pose a direct threat to others’ health and safety, provided an individualized assessment is conducted and reasonable alternatives are offered.
15.) The Clock Is Ticking For Schools And Universities To Become Digitally Accessible | Inclusivity.consulting | April 3, 2025
Eve Hill outlines the approaching ADA Title II compliance deadlines requiring public schools and universities to ensure digital accessibility across websites, learning platforms, and course materials. She emphasizes the need for thorough audits, remediation guided by accessibility experts, and ongoing maintenance to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards, cautioning against reliance on ineffective overlay solutions.
16.) The Limits Of Automation In Web Accessibility Testing — And How Experts Fill The Gaps | TechBullion.com | April 3, 2025
Luke discusses the limitations of automated web accessibility testing tools, highlighting their inability to assess context, user experience, and dynamic content issues. He emphasizes the importance of human expertise in conducting manual audits to evaluate user interactions, contextual content, and complex elements, ensuring a truly inclusive digital experience.
17.) Mainlining Mains | AdrianRoselli.com | April 3, 2025
Adrian Roselli revisits the use of the HTML ‘main’ element, emphasizing that each document should contain only one non-hidden ‘main’ to avoid confusion for assistive technologies. He discusses the differences between the HTML specification, which mandates a single ‘main’ element, and the ARIA specification, which allows multiple ‘main’ roles in nested documents, cautioning developers about potential pitfalls and the importance of adhering to best practices for accessibility.
18.) A Guide To Alt Text Across Popular Tools | Blog.pope.tech | April 2, 2025
Pope Tech provides a comprehensive overview of how various digital tools handle alternative text for images, categorizing them based on their support levels: full, partial, or none. The guide offers practical advice for content creators to ensure accessibility across platforms like Gmail, Google Docs, Slack, and social media, emphasizing the importance of adding alt text or using workarounds when native support is lacking.
19.) How One Voter Navigates Wisconsin’s Hurdles For People With Disabilities | VoteBeat.org | April 1, 2025
Denise Jess, who is blind, encountered familiar voting challenges in Madison, but with support from poll workers, she exercised her right to accessible voting with confidence.
20.) Mobile App Accessibility: Best Practices For Inclusive Design | Afixt.com | March 31, 2025
Michael Beck outlines key strategies for enhancing mobile app accessibility, including adhering to WCAG and platform-specific guidelines, providing text alternatives for non-text content, ensuring sufficient color contrast, designing with assistive technologies in mind, offering keyboard and alternative input navigation, making tap targets large and well-spaced, ensuring accessible forms, providing captions and transcripts for multimedia, and minimizing motion and flashing content to create inclusive digital experiences.
21.) Accessibility Is Getting Its GDPR Moment | Forrester.com | March 31, 2025
Forrester analysts Christopher Condo and Gina Bhawalkar highlight the European Accessibility Act’s impending enforcement, likening its impact on digital accessibility to the GDPR’s effect on data privacy. They advocate for integrating accessibility into the development lifecycle through shift-left practices and static code analysis tools, emphasizing that proactive accessibility measures can enhance user experience, reduce costs, and expand market reach.
22.) As The U.S. Population Ages, Solo Caregiving Becomes More Common | NPR.org | March 30, 2025
With older adults poised to outnumber children, solo caregiving is on the rise, prompting experts like clinical social worker Marie Clouqueur to examine the unique challenges it presents.
23.) What’s Private Equity’s Impact On Intellectual And Developmental Disability Services? | MedCityNews.com | March 30, 2025
A report from the Private Equity Stakeholder Project highlights how private equity acquisitions of intellectual and developmental disability service providers often lead to cost-cutting measures that compromise care quality, including understaffing and facility neglect. The report calls for increased transparency and stricter regulations to protect vulnerable populations from the adverse effects of profit-driven strategies.
24.) My Favorite Tools For Web Accessibility Testing | Oidaisdes.org | March 30, 2025
Alexander Lehner shares a curated list of free tools for evaluating web accessibility, including bookmarklets, browser extensions, and screen readers. He emphasizes that while automated tools like WAVE and Lighthouse are valuable, comprehensive accessibility testing also requires manual methods, such as keyboard navigation checks and screen reader evaluations, to ensure compliance with WCAG standards.
25.) How To Prepare Your Agency For European Accessibility Act | Cerovac.com | March 30, 2025
Bogdan Cerovac advises agencies on aligning with the European Accessibility Act by adopting the ‘Design for All’ approach outlined in EN 17161, emphasizing that accessibility should be an ongoing cultural commitment rather than a one-time project. He highlights that embracing accessibility not only broadens audience reach and enhances brand reputation but also mitigates legal risks, urging organizations to integrate accessibility into their core processes and policies.
26.) Digital Accessibility Abbreviations And Acronyms Guide | SiteLint.com | March 29, 2025
SiteLint offers a comprehensive guide to common digital accessibility abbreviations and acronyms, such as ‘A11Y’ for accessibility and ‘WCAG’ for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. The guide emphasizes the importance of understanding these terms to ensure effective communication and implementation of accessibility standards in digital environments.
27.) We’re Here All Year: Building Sustainable Support Beyond Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month | DrKirkAdams.com | March 28, 2025
Dr. Kirk Adams emphasizes the importance of year-round inclusion for individuals with developmental disabilities, advocating for sustained support through job coaching, policy reform, and community partnerships. Drawing from his experience at the Lighthouse for the Blind in Seattle, he highlights how tailored employment strategies can empower individuals to thrive and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
28.) Accessibility Statement For The EAA | AxessLab.com | March 28, 2025
Axess Lab critiques the bureaucratic nature of traditional accessibility statements, advocating for user-friendly formats that provide clear information and support. The article emphasizes transparency, easy-to-read language, and the inclusion of feedback mechanisms to better serve users and meet legal requirements under the European Accessibility Act.
29.) RFK Jr. Moves To Close Administration For Community Living | MotherJones.com | March 28, 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has initiated efforts to shut down the Administration for Community Living, prompting concern among disability rights advocates about the future of federally supported independent living services.
30.) Intellectual And Developmental Disability Services Brace For Potential Medicaid Cuts | CapitolNewsIllinois.com | March 28, 2025
Service providers and families are preparing for potential Medicaid cuts that could drastically impact support systems for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
31.) Federal Health And Human Services Reorganization And Cuts Will Hurt People With Disabilities | DREDF.org | March 27, 2025
Proposed restructuring and funding cuts within the Department of Health and Human Services are raising alarms about reduced support and resources for people with disabilities.
32.) Trump Abolishes The Office That Supports Many Seniors And People With Disabilities | Forbes.com | March 27, 2025
The Trump administration has eliminated a federal office pivotal in supporting seniors and people with disabilities, sparking criticism over potential gaps in essential services.
33.) FCC Proposes Improved Accessibility For Next Generation 911 Networks | FCC.gov | March 27, 2025
The FCC has issued a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to enhance the accessibility of Next Generation 911 (NG911) networks, focusing on interoperability for non-voice services like text and video, implementing protocols such as Rich Communications Service for text-to-911, and enabling sign-language communications through relay services and direct video calling, aiming to improve emergency access for individuals with disabilities.
34.) Disability Advocates, Families Push Lawmakers For More Services, Funding | NorthCarolinaHealthNews.org | March 27, 2025
Erica Conway, a woman with a traumatic brain injury, traveled from Buncombe County to Raleigh with her caregiver to advocate for improved disability services and funding at the state legislative complex.
35.) Benchmarking Usability And The Cognitive Accessibility Frontier | Equalentry.com | March 27, 2025
Equal Entry explores Fable’s initiative to enhance cognitive accessibility by adapting the System Usability Scale into the Accessible Usability Scale (AUS), tailored for users with disabilities. The article highlights the formation of a Cognitive Accessibility Working Group focused on addressing challenges related to memory, reading, and attention, emphasizing a needs-based approach and the importance of inclusive design in product development.
36.) How The Rights Of Persons With Disabilities Act (RPWD) Impacts Digital Accessibility In India | Deque.com | March 26, 2025
Deque Systems examines India’s Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, highlighting its mandates for equal digital access under Sections 40, 42, and 46. The article discusses the introduction of IS-17802, aligning with global standards like WCAG 2.1, and notes enforcement actions, including fines and notices to non-compliant entities, emphasizing the legal and reputational risks of neglecting digital accessibility.
37.) West Virginia University Sued Over Inaccessible Educational Technology | LFLegal.com | March 25, 2025
Civil rights attorney Eve Hill reports that two blind graduate students, supported by the National Federation of the Blind, have filed a federal lawsuit against West Virginia University for failing to provide accessible educational materials and technologies. The suit alleges violations of the ADA and Section 504, citing the university’s use of inaccessible platforms like Blackboard and Tevera, denial of human readers, and assignment to inaccessible field placements, resulting in academic delays and unequal access to education.
38.) Lawsuit Filed Against WVU, Alleges Discrimination Of Blind Students | WDTV.com | March 25, 2025
The National Federation of the Blind and two blind graduate students have filed a federal lawsuit against West Virginia University, alleging violations of the ADA and Section 504 for failing to provide accessible course materials, educational technology, and field placement opportunities, resulting in significant academic setbacks.
39.) Trump Justice Department Eliminates Disability Guidance | Usatoday.com | March 25, 2025
The Trump administration’s Department of Justice rescinded 11 non-binding ADA guidance documents, including those related to accessible parking, hotel accommodations, and COVID-19 hospital visitation policies, as part of a broader deregulation effort aimed at reducing business compliance costs. Disability rights advocates warn that this move may lead to decreased accessibility and increased legal uncertainty for businesses and individuals with disabilities.
40.) Increasing Digital Accessibility At Uno | Unomaha.edu | March 25, 2025
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is implementing a comprehensive digital accessibility initiative to comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards by April 24, 2026, as mandated by updated ADA Title II regulations. The plan includes captioning videos, adding alt text to images, ensuring screen reader compatibility for documents, and reviewing third-party tools, supported by training programs and a dedicated Digital Accessibility Working Group.
41.) Insights To Action: Aaron Di Blasi Of Top Tech Tidbits Partners With Pneuma Solutions To Launch ‘Title II Today’ Monthly Newsletter | AT-Newswire.com | March 24, 2025
Aaron Di Blasi of Top Tech Tidbits and Pneuma Solutions have launched ‘Title II Today’, a monthly newsletter providing actionable guidance on ADA Title II compliance. The publication aims to assist public entities in navigating digital accessibility requirements by offering regulatory updates, practical strategies, and community engagement through the Title2.Info platform.
42.) Aria-Label Is A Letdown | WagTail.org | March 24, 2025
Wagtail core team member Thibaud Colas critiques the widespread misuse of the ‘aria-label’ attribute, revealing that 34% of its implementations on Wagtail sites are likely incorrect. He advocates for the use of visible labels over invisible ones to enhance accessibility and suggests that Wagtail could improve developer guidance and tooling to address these issues.
43.) News: Colorado OIT Amended Rulemaking | ConvergeAccessibility.com | March 24, 2025
Ken Nakata discusses Colorado’s Office of Information Technology’s proposed amendments to its Accessibility Rule, aiming to align more closely with the ADA Title II Web Accessibility Rule. The amendments focus on clarifying compliance requirements for public entities, emphasizing the need for accessible digital services and outlining steps for achieving WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
44.) The ADA Is Turning 35 — And It’s In Trump’s Crosshairs | MotherJones.com | March 24, 2024
As the Americans with Disabilities Act approaches its 35th anniversary, advocates express concern over policies from the Trump administration that could undermine critical protections for people with disabilities.
45.) AI Is The Future Of Accessibility | KarlGroves.com | March 23, 2025
Karl Groves contends that artificial intelligence is poised to become a foundational element in enhancing accessibility, drawing parallels to transformative technologies like electricity and the internet. He highlights current AI applications — such as real-time transcription, scene description, and adaptive communication tools — that are already improving the lives of individuals with disabilities, and urges accessibility professionals to actively engage with AI development to ensure inclusive outcomes.
46.) People With Disabilities Use A Variety Of Assistive Technologies And Accessibility Strategies | KnowAboutAccessibility.org | March 23, 2025
Jonathan Avila emphasizes the importance for engineers to understand how individuals with disabilities interact with various assistive technologies and accessibility features. He highlights that users may employ tools like screen readers, magnifiers, speech recognition software, and alternative input devices, and stresses that assumptions about user behavior can lead to design oversights, underscoring the need for inclusive and well-informed development practices.
47.) How To Support A Neurodiverse Colleague At Work | NYTimes.com | March 22, 2025
The New York Times offers guidance on fostering inclusive workplaces for neurodiverse colleagues, emphasizing the importance of clear communication, flexible work environments, and individualized support strategies. The article highlights how understanding and accommodating diverse neurological needs can enhance team dynamics and productivity.
48.) How Navigation Should Work For Keyboard Users | TemperTemper.net | March 22, 2025
Chris Ashton outlines best practices for keyboard navigation, emphasizing that standard navigation should consist of links within a <nav> element, allowing users to move focus using the Tab key. He advises against complex JavaScript behaviors unless necessary, and recommends using buttons with proper ARIA attributes for expandable sub-navigation, ensuring accessibility for all users.
49.) My Thoughts On Asynchronous Accessibility APIs | Jantrid.net | March 20, 2025
Jamie Teh explores the theoretical benefits and practical challenges of implementing asynchronous accessibility APIs in modern web browsers. He concludes that while async APIs could simplify browser architecture and improve performance, the extensive changes required across operating systems, assistive technologies, and existing infrastructures make such a transition currently impractical.
50.) Justice Department Announces Actions To Combat Cost-Of-Living Crisis, Including Rescinding 11 Pieces Of Guidance | Justice.gov | March 19, 2025
The U.S. Department of Justice announced the withdrawal of 11 outdated ADA guidance documents to streamline compliance for businesses, aiming to reduce regulatory burdens and support cost-of-living relief efforts. Additionally, the department is promoting awareness of tax incentives available to businesses for making accessibility improvements, aligning with President Trump’s directive to alleviate economic pressures on American families.
51.) Quick Accessibility Wins That Are Easy To Implement | Kevin Powell | YouTube.com | March 19, 2025
Web educator Kevin Powell highlights simple accessibility improvements developers often overlook, such as proper heading levels, alt text use, color contrast, keyboard navigation, and semantic HTML practices that are easy to apply but make a big impact.
52.) Understanding The European Accessibility Act (EAA) | TetraLogical.com | March 19, 2025
Léonie Watson provides an in-depth analysis of the European Accessibility Act (EAA), detailing its scope, including the products and services it covers, and the general and specific accessibility requirements outlined in Annex I. She emphasizes the importance of compliance for economic operators and service providers, highlighting obligations such as documentation, maintenance of accessibility standards, and reporting to national authorities. Watson also discusses the role of harmonized standards like EN 301 549 and EN 17161 in demonstrating conformance with the EAA.
53.) Style Legend | Adactio.com | March 19, 2025
Jeremy Keith advocates for including the ‘legend’ element in a new CSS proposal that allows developers to opt-in to custom styling of form controls using ‘appearance: base’. He highlights the persistent challenges in styling ‘legend’ and ‘fieldset’ elements and suggests that enabling developers to override default browser styles would encourage their proper use without compromising existing content.
54.) Why UI Automation Is Insufficient As An Accessibility API For The Web | Jantrid.net | March 19, 2025
Jamie Teh critiques Microsoft’s UI Automation (UIA) framework, highlighting its limitations in web accessibility, such as inadequate semantic distinctions, poor support for ARIA attributes, and Microsoft’s slow response to necessary improvements, which collectively hinder its effectiveness for web content.
55.) Microsoft Ability Summit 2025: Accessibility In The AI Era | Blogs.microsoft.com | March 18, 2025
Microsoft’s 2025 Ability Summit showcased advancements in AI-driven accessibility, including enhanced speech recognition for non-standard speech, AI-powered image descriptions in Narrator, and Copilot tools aiding neurodiverse employees. The event also highlighted the expansion of the Accessibility Skilling program, benefiting over 5 million learners globally, and emphasized the role of AI in creating inclusive technologies for individuals with disabilities.
56.) Polite Is Often Better Than Being Alerted | Ozewai.org | March 18, 2025
Accessibility consultant Andrew Downie critiques the overuse of ARIA’s ‘assertive’ and ‘alert’ roles in web development, advocating for the ‘polite’ role to enhance user experience for screen reader users. He emphasizes that while immediate feedback is important, excessive alerts can be disruptive, and thoughtful implementation of ARIA roles can lead to more effective and user-friendly accessibility solutions.
57.) 75% Of Businesses Unprepared For European Accessibility Act | Digit.fyi | March 18, 2025
As the June 2025 deadline for the European Accessibility Act approaches, a significant majority of businesses remain unprepared, risking non-compliance and potential exclusion from a market valued at £274 billion annually. The article emphasizes the importance of proactive accessibility measures to avoid legal repercussions and capitalize on the inclusive market opportunities.
58.) CSUN 2025 In Review: Hope, Tech, And The Accessibility Landscape | DrKirkAdams.com | March 17, 2025
Dr. Kirk Adams reviews CSUN 2025, highlighting innovations such as AI-powered smart glasses, multi-line braille displays, and haptic technology, while addressing concerns over AI bias, accessibility gaps, and the impact of DEI funding cuts on the disability community.
59.) Is React Accessible? That’s The Wrong Question | AccessArmada.com | March 17, 2025
Access Armada examines common accessibility pitfalls in React applications, such as overuse of non-semantic HTML elements, excessive reliance on ARIA roles, and inadequate focus management in single-page applications. The article emphasizes that while React can support accessible development, achieving it requires deliberate practices and a strong understanding of accessibility principles.
60.) A Confession | AdamSilver.io | March 16, 2025
Adam Silver candidly reflects on the accessibility shortcomings of his own website’s newsletter signup form, acknowledging issues like low-contrast borders and inadequate error messaging. He attributes these lapses to factors such as past experiences with inaccessible designs, technical limitations of his static site setup, and the tendency to prioritize client work over personal projects, ultimately emphasizing the need to practice what he preaches in accessible design.
61.) Featured Presentation: Digital Accessibility Legal Update: US | Center on Disabilities at CSUN | YouTube.com | March 14, 2025
Lainey Feingold presents a comprehensive overview of U.S. legal developments related to digital accessibility, covering websites, apps, kiosks, and government policies that impact civil rights for people with disabilities.
62.) Why The Latest JavaScript Frameworks Are A Waste Of Time | Dev.to | March 14, 2025
Leon Martin critiques the constant pursuit of new JavaScript frameworks, arguing that frequent switching hinders productivity and skill development. He advocates for focusing on core programming fundamentals and widely adopted tools like React and Angular, emphasizing that true growth comes from deep understanding rather than chasing trends.
63.) Text (Digitised) And Videotape: Video Transcripts Help Everyone, Not Just People With Access Needs | Accessibility.blog.gov.uk | March 14, 2025
Susan Walton of the UK’s Ministry of Defence highlights how video transcripts benefit all users, not just those with disabilities. A survey revealed that many employees prefer transcripts for reasons like saving time, assessing content relevance, and ease of information retrieval, underscoring that accessible design enhances usability for everyone.
64.) Popping Preconceived Popover Ponderings | ScottOhara.me | March 14, 2025
Scott O’Hara explores the capabilities and limitations of the HTML ‘popover’ attribute, emphasizing that while it simplifies certain UI behaviors like layering and basic accessibility, it doesn’t replace the need for thoughtful implementation. He discusses its evolution from the proposed ‘popup’ element, the importance of using it appropriately, and the necessity for developers to supplement it with additional semantics and scripting to ensure comprehensive accessibility and user experience.
65.) Because We’re Not Alone | JoeDolson.com | March 14, 2025
Joe Dolson reflects on the shared challenges faced by accessibility advocates, emphasizing the importance of community and persistence in driving progress. He highlights the collective efforts to improve accessibility, acknowledging the complexities and ongoing frustrations, while underscoring the significance of intentional action and solidarity in the field.
66.) DEI Is Not DOA, Part 1 | Voices.berkeley.edu | March 14, 2025
In this episode of the Future of Work podcast, host Jill Finlayson speaks with Bo Young Lee, President of Research & Advisory at AnitaB.org, about the current state of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in organizations. They discuss how economic pressures and political shifts are leading to the rollback of DEI initiatives, the risks of algorithmic bias in AI systems lacking strong DEI frameworks, and the importance of data, leadership buy-in, and courage in driving meaningful change.
67.) ADA Compliance vs WCAG Conformance | EasyA11yGuide.com | March 14, 2025
Gen Herres clarifies that ADA compliance pertains to an organization’s overall adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act, encompassing all operations, while WCAG conformance relates specifically to a digital property’s alignment with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. The article emphasizes that a website’s WCAG conformance supports ADA compliance but does not equate to full organizational compliance, highlighting the importance of comprehensive accessibility strategies.
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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