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 > Air Carrier Access Act Technical Assistance Manual (2005)
E. Services in the Cabin
Within the aircraft cabin, when requested by a passenger with a disability or when offered and accepted by a passenger with a disability, you must assist the passenger in:
moving...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > ADA Update - A Primer for State and Local Governments (Title II Primer)
Reasonable Modification of Policies and Procedures
Sometimes a practice that seems neutral makes it difficult or impossible for a person with a disability to participate....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Department of HHS Dear Colleague Letter: Guidance and Resources for Electronic Information Technology: Ensuring Equal Access to All Health Services and Benefits Provided Through Electronic Means
Department of HHS Dear Colleague Letter: Guidance and Resources for Electronic Information Technology: Ensuring Equal Access to All Health Services and Benefits Provided Through Electronic Means
In this vein, we draw your attention to the fact that many Electronic and Information Technology (EIT) devices and systems are inaccessible to people with disabilities, limiting their ability...
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Links > Federal Department or Agency
FAA Draft Advisory Circular 150/5360-14A: Access to Airport by Individuals with Disabilities
Office of Airport Safety & Standards - Airport Engineering Division
Description
This AC provides guidance and recommendations for ensuring access to airports by individuals with disabilities...
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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)
Appendix C to Part 36—Guidance on ADA Regulation on Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities originally published on July 26, 1991 (1991 Preamble and Section-by-Section Analysis)
Click here for the 1991 Preamble and Section-by-Section Analysis
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Additional Access Publications > ADA Title II Action Guide for State and Local Governments
Program Accessibility
The legislator can meet a person with a disability at another accessible location....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
BEA Inc. LPR36 Series 36" Low Profile Push Plate
The LPR36 maximizes accessibility and independence for people with disabilities. The entire surface is “all-active” with four redundant membrane switches for consistent coverage....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
American Standard Stallbrook Urinal
action
3/4" inlet spud
Fixture only
Meets ANSI flush requirements of 0.7 to 1.0 GPF
Nominal Dimensions:15" x 18" x 38"(381 x 457 x 956mm)
ADA Compliant
MEETS THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
ADA Solutions, Inc. Radius Tactile Detectable Warning Surface
All of our truncated dome tactile surfaces are in full compliance with the American Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG), Public Right-of-Way (PROW) and California Title 24...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Trimco 1074 Series ADA Barn Door Lock
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant.
Multiple functions for different applications.
Ten different lever styles to choose from....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Aluminum Flush Top SGF Series Pressure-Locked Grating
For those areas that receive a great deal of pedestrian traffic, our 1/4" opening 7-SGF-4 close space product is available which conforms with the provisions of the "Americans with Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
SafePath SafeShower™ Ramp Transitions
Whether it is a commercial or residential shower, wheelchair access is often required and accomplished by using a ramp, transition or reducer to satisfy ADA and disability access codes....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Yale 3000 Series Architectural Door Closer
ADA: Series 3301 and 3501 door closers are designed to comply with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and ANSI standard A117.1....
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Research and History > Committee Reports > Access for All: Five Years of Progress - A Report from the Department of Justice on Enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act
V. PROVIDING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
The Information Line is a key link between the public and the Department's Disability Rights Section....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Title I Technical Assistance Manual
1630.7(a)
(a) That have the effect of discriminating on the basis of disability; or...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Title I Technical Assistance Manual
12112(b)(3)(A)
(A) that have the effect of discrimination on the basis of disability;
or...
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State and Local Documents > Laws > Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 (with amendments issued through 2008)
12112(b)(3)(A)
(A) that have the effect of discrimination on the basis of disability;...
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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)
§1630.7(a)
(a) That have the effect of discriminating on the basis of disability; or...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 36 CFR Part 1193 Telecommunications Act (Section 255) Accessibility Guidelines
§1193.33(c)(1)
(1) Accessibility requirements of individuals with disabilities;...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 36 CFR Part 1193 Telecommunications Act (Section 255) Accessibility Guidelines
§1193.33(c)(2)
(2) Means of communicating with individuals with disabilities;...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
§ 37.215(b)(1)(iv)
(iv) The volume of complaints by passengers with disabilities....
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
§ 37.215(a)(1)(iv)
(iv) The volume of complaints by passengers with disabilities....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Title I Technical Assistance Manual
6.3 Examinations and Inquiries Before Employment
This prohibition is necessary because the results of such inquiries and examinations frequently are used to exclude people with disabilities from jobs they are able to perform....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > ADA Best Practices Tool Kit for State and Local Governments
D. Beyond TTYs: Providing 9-1-1 and Emergency Services Via New Communication Technologies
Some people who have hearing disabilities do not have access to TTYs....