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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Research and History > Regulations and Standards History > Equality of Opportunity: The Making of the Americans with Disabilities Act
The ADA on the Eve of the 1988 Election
The disability community reached this objective with a pronouncement from Senator Edward M. Kennedy (D-MA) at the joint hearing....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > The ADA and City Governments: Common Problems
Introduction
Access to civic life by people with disabilities is a fundamental goal of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)....
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities (2010 ADA Title III Regulations with amendments issued through Dec. 2016)
Ticket transfer. (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The proposed regulation at § 36.302(f)(5) required that individuals with disabilities must be allowed to purchase season tickets for accessible seating on the same terms and conditions as...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services (2010 ADA Title II Regulations with amendments issued through Aug. 2016)
Ticket transfer. (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The proposed regulation at § 35.138(e) required that individuals with disabilities must be allowed to purchase season tickets for accessible seating on the same terms and conditions as individuals...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > ADA Best Practices Tool Kit for State and Local Governments
G. Supplies
Many people with disabilities need medication that must be refrigerated....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Cities and Counties: First Steps Toward Solving Common ADA Problems
Common Problems with Access to Programs, Generally
Now, people with disabilities drive down the walkway and transfer in and out of their vehicles on the fishing platform....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Creating Equal Opportunities for Children and Youth with Disabilities to Participate in Physical Education and Extracurricular Activities
Overview
The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports Research Digest reported that physical activity is 4.5 times lower for children and youth with disabilities than their peers without...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Creating Equal Opportunities for Children and Youth with Disabilities to Participate in Physical Education and Extracurricular Activities
PROGRAM OPTIONS
PE and athletics can be offered in various degrees of inclusion in programs and activities with children and youth without disabilities....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Title I Technical Assistance Manual
9.2 Is a Worker Injured on the Job Protected by the ADA?
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Appendix to 29 CFR Part 1630—Interpretive Guidance on Title I of the Americans With Disabilities Act
Section 1630.2(j)(3) Predictable Assessments
Section 1630.2(j)(3) Predictable Assessments
As the regulations point out, disability is determined based on an individualized assessment. There is no “per se” disability....
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Research and History > Research Documents > National Trail Surfaces Study
Background
In order for people with disabilities to benefit on the same level as people without disabilities, leisure and recreation services must be inclusive and accessible (Stumbo, Wang & Pegg...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
TownSteel CP Series Grade 3 Cylindrical Lockset Cylindrical Locks
optional
Handing
Non-Handed
Finish
US26D and US10B
Packaging
12sets/carton
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)....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Access-Able Designs Child Dressing Bench CH-101
The child dressing Bench has adjustable length legs allowing parents or caregivers to stand upright while caring for a disabled child. The legs adjust from 34-36 inches....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Title I Technical Assistance Manual
Other specific exclusions
Other specific exclusions
The Act states that homosexuality and bisexuality are not impairments and therefore are not disabilities under the ADA....
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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)
§35.130(b)(1)(v)
(v) Aid or perpetuate discrimination against a qualified individual with a disability by providing significant assistance to an agency, organization, or person that discriminates on the...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities (2010 ADA Title III Regulations with amendments issued through Dec. 2016)
§ 36.302(f)(2)(i)
(i) Inform individuals with disabilities, their companions, and third parties purchasing tickets for accessible seating on behalf of individuals with disabilities of the locations of all...
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Federal Documents > Standards > Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)
ADAPTABILITY
The ability of certain building spaces and elements, such as kitchen counters, sinks, and grab bars, to be added or altered so as to accommodate the needs of either disabled or nondisabled...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services (2010 ADA Title II Regulations with amendments issued through Aug. 2016)
§ 35.138(b)(1)
(1) Inform individuals with disabilities, their companions, and third parties purchasing tickets for accessible seating on behalf of individuals with disabilities of the locations of all...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 36 CFR Part 1193 Telecommunications Act (Section 255) Accessibility Guidelines
Usable
Means that individuals with disabilities have access to the full functionality and documentation for the product, including instructions, product information (including accessible feature...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services (2010 ADA Title II Regulations with amendments issued through Aug. 2016)
§ 35.130(b)(1)(v)
(v) Aid or perpetuate discrimination against a qualified individual with a disability by providing significant assistance to an agency, organization, or person that discriminates on the...