2010 ADA Definition
Disability: Disability means, with respect to an individual, a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of such individual; a record of such an impairment; or being regarded as having such an impairment.
(1) The phrase physical or mental impairment means – (i) Any physiological disorder or condition, cosmetic disfigurement, or anatomical loss affecting one or more of the following body systems: neurological; musculoskeletal; special sense organs; respiratory, including speech organs; cardiovascular; reproductive; digestive; genitourinary; hemic and lymphatic; skin; and endocrine; (ii) Any mental or psychological disorder such as mental retardation, organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and specific learning disabilities; (iii) The phrase physical or mental impairment includes, but is not limited to, such contagious and noncontagious diseases and conditions as orthopedic, visual, speech, and hearing impairments, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, mental retardation, emotional illness, specific learning disabilities, HIV disease (whether symptomatic or asymptomatic), tuberculosis, drug addiction, and alcoholism; (iv) The phrase physical or mental impairment does not include homosexuality or bisexuality.
(2) The phrase major life activities means functions such as caring for one´s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working.
(3) The phrase has a record of such an impairment means has a history of, or has been misclassified as having, a mental or physical impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
(4) The phrase is regarded as having an impairment means – (i) Has a physical or mental impairment that does not substantially limit major life activities but that is treated by a private entity as constituting such a limitation; (ii) Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits major life activities only as a result of the attitudes of others toward such impairment; or (iii) Has none of the impairments defined in paragraph (1) of this definition but is treated by a private entity as having such an impairment.
(5) The term disability does not include – (i) Transvestism, transsexualism, pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, gender identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments, or other sexual behavior disorders; (ii) Compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania; or (iii) Psychoactive substance use disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs.
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > ADA Update - A Primer for State and Local Governments (Title II Primer)
Basic Principles
People with disabilities must not be treated in a different or inferior manner....
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Federal Documents > Preamble to Regulations > 14 CFR Parts 382 and 399; 49 CFR Part 27 - Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel: Accessibility of Web Sites and Automated Kiosks at U.S. Airports - Preamble
2. Usability and Performance Standards
a local disability group to consult....
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Links > Employment
Work Support of Virginia Commonwealth University
Worksupport is a web portal that highlights VCU funded projects on many topics related to the employment of individuals with disabilities....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > FCC Consumer Guide: Telecommunications Access for People with Disabilities
Identifying access needs
For example:
When conducting market research, product design, testing, pilot demonstrations and product trials, companies should include individuals with disabilities in target...
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Federal Documents > Preamble to Regulations > 28 CFR Part 36, Appendix C: Guidance on ADA Regulation on Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities (2010 ADA Title III Regulations: 1991 Preamble and Section-by-Section Analysis)
Section 36.101 Purpose (Preamble, Section-by-Section Analysis)
Section 36.101 Purpose
Section 36.101 states the purpose of the rule, which is to effectuate title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990....
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 29 CFR Part 1630, Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment Provisions of the ADA (Title I Regulations with amendments issued through May 2016)
§1630.9(e)
(e) A covered entity is required, absent undue hardship, to provide a reasonable accommodation to an otherwise qualified individual who meets the definition of disability under the “actual...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Part 37 - Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities; Reasonable Modification of Policies and Practices
§ 37.5(h)
(h) It is not discrimination under this part for an entity to refuse to provide service to an individual with disabilities because that individual engages in violent, seriously disruptive...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Adaptive Engineering Inc. Mobilift TX Wheelchair Lift for Rail Access
ADA Compliant Wheelchair Lifts
The ADA compliant Mobilift TX is the North American standard for making trains accessible to passengers with disabilities....
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Research and History > Regulations and Standards History > Equality of Opportunity: The Making of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Foreword, July 26, 2010
But I did not identify as a person with a disability and I did not view myself as part of a disability community. To me, disability was the enemy....
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Rulemaking Process Documents > Other Documents > 28 CFR Parts 35 and 36 Amendment of ADA Title II and Title III Regulations To Implement ADA Amendments Act of 2008 - Final Rule
§ 36.101 Purpose and broad coverage
The purpose of this part is to implement subtitle A of title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12181–12189), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADA...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Access for 9-1-1 and Telephone Emergency Services
Access for 9-1-1 and Telephone Emergency Services
Department of Justice
Civil Rights Division
Disability Rights Section
Americans with Disabilities Act
Access for 9-1-1 and Telephone Emergency Services...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services (1991 ADA Title II Regulations)
§35.101 Purpose
The purpose of this part is to effectuate subtitle A of title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability by public entities...
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Additional Access Publications > Emergency Evacuation Preparedness: Taking Responsibility For Your Safety A Guide For People with Disabilities and Other Activity Limitations
Get Involved in the Planning Process
It is important to treat all people with disabilities as individuals. Do not "lump" all people with disabilities into one category....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > ADA Best Practices Tool Kit for State and Local Governments
G. Access to Social Services, Temporary Lodging or Housing, and Other Benefit Programs
These programs need to be accessible to all, including people with disabilities....
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Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 28 CFR Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities NPRM (2008 Title III NPRM)
§ 36.303(c)(1)
(1) A public accommodation shall furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary to ensure effective communication with individuals with disabilities and their companions...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 29 CFR Part 1630, Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment Provisions of the ADA (Title I Regulations with amendments issued through May 2016)
§1630.2(h)(2)
(2) Any mental or psychological disorder, such as an intellectual disability (formerly termed “mental retardation”), organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and specific learning...
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Legal Documents > SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
II. BACKGROUND
BACKGROUND
The United States initiated an investigation of the SCDC pursuant to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), 42 U.S.C. §§ 12131-12134, following receipt...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act - Frequently Asked Questions
A.1. - What is Section 508?
Its primary purpose is to provide access to and use of Federal executive agencies’ electronic and information technology (EIT) by individuals with disabilities....
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Federal Documents > Preamble to Guidelines > 36 CFR Part 1192 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines for Transportation Vehicles (2016 Non-Rail Vehicle Guidelines) - Preamble
C. Executive Order 13132: Federalism
The 2016 Non-Rail Vehicle Guidelines are issued pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
TownSteel CP Series Grade 3 Cylindrical Lockset Cylindrical Locks
optional
Handing
Non-Handed
Finish
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Packaging
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Code Compliance
Meets ANSI/BHMA A156.2 Grade 3 requirements
Meets requirements of the Americans with Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Cal-Royal CR441 Series Hydraulic Door Closers
(Metal Optional)
Optional Plated Metal Decorative Covers
Optional Adjustable Delayed Action Barrier Free For Disabled Or Elderly
Full Cover Multi-size
Full Feature Closer
ANSI...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Kohler Toilet Flushometer Valve K-13517-CP
See specification sheet for water use data
Complies with the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Locking stop cap and non-hold open design provide protection against...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Universal Industrial Products SOSS UltraLatch
Designed to conform to the shape of the hand, UltraLatch® is ideal for disabled users. convenient for anyone....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Harris Communications Inc. ADA Compliant Guest Room Kit 1000S Soft Case
It doesn't have to be complicated or expensive for your facility to be in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)....