The disability community reached this objective with a pronouncement from Senator Edward M. Kennedy (D-MA) at the joint hearing....
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The ADA on the Eve of the 1988 Election
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ASSESSMENT, PROGRESS, ACHIEVEMENT, AND GRADING
Some equipment and technologies may allow for more accurate assessments of the incremental improvements made by children and youth with disabilities....
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Introduction of new § 35.152 for detention and correctional facilities. (Section-by-Section Analysis)
In view of the statistics regarding the current percentage of inmates with mobility disabilities, the fact that prison populations include large numbers of aging inmates who are not eligible...
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Accessibility of Airport Facilities
leased, or operated by a carrier at a commercial service airport, including parking and ground transportation, must comply with the Standards for Accessible Design under the Americans with Disabilities...
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§35.130(g) (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The individuals covered under this paragraph are any individuals who are discriminated against because of their known association with an individual with a disability....
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RELEASE OF CLAIMS
of the Settlement Agreement, all claims for injunctive, declaratory or other non-monetary relief that were brought, could have been brought, or could be brought in the future under any disability...
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Publications
A Guide to Disability Rights Laws www.ada.gov/ta-pubs-pg2.htm#Anchor-14210 800-514-0301 (voice) 800-514-0383 (TTY) Americans with Disabilities Act: Questions and Answers www.ada.gov...
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Executive Order 13132 (Federalism)
The final rule is issued pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Architectural Barriers Act (ABA).52 The ADA is civil rights legislation that was enacted by Congress pursuant...
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Contractors
Contractors This manual recognizes the important role that contractors play in providing services, equipment, and other accommodations to passengers with disabilities....
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iii. Radiological Diagnostic equipment
Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET), and X-rays, including Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT) scans and mammography, are difficult to access for individuals with disabilities...
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1193.23(b)(3) (Advisory Guidance)
Paragraph (b)(3) Working Cooperatively with Appropriate Disability-Related Organizations 1....
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1193.23(b)(1) (Advisory Guidance)
Clearly, "involvement" of persons with disabilities is not appropriate in this case. 2....
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b. Training
Training Reasonable accommodation should be provided, when needed, to give employees with disabilities equal opportunity for training to perform their jobs effectively and to progress...
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It appears that the accessibility standards may result in lots of chargers in ADA spaces not being used or “stranded assets.” Was this issue addressed in development of the standards?
spaces which display the International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA), sometimes referred to as the wheelchair symbol, are generally understood to be reserved for the exclusive use of a disabled...
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A.2.i. - What does Section 508 require?
agencies to ensure that, when developing, procuring, maintaining, or using electronic and information technology, they take into account the needs of all end users – including people with disabilities...
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Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices
Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices In recent years, some people with mobility disabilities have begun using less traditional mobility devices such as golf cars or Segways®....
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Comments
Disability community commenters favored retaining the requirement that a direct threat can only be a threat to the health or safety of others....
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§35.130(b)(1)(iv) (Section-by-Section Analysis)
Paragraph (b)(1)(iv) permits the public entity to develop separate or different aids, benefits, or services when necessary to provide individuals with disabilities with an equal opportunity...
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§ 36.302(c)(6)
A public accommodation shall not ask about the nature or extent of a person's disability, but may make two inquiries to determine whether an animal qualifies as a service animal....
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Language Issues
Choose disability terms that describe diversity in accurate and respectful ways....
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§ 35.136(f) Inquiries
A public entity shall not ask about the nature or extent of a person's disability, but may make two inquiries to determine whether an animal qualifies as a service animal....
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Other Comments on the Technical Standard
Other Comments on the Technical Standard Several disability organizations' comments urged the Department to require carriers and airports to consult with individuals with disabilities...
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§ 36.311(c) Development of policies permitting the use of other power-driven mobility devices
A public accommodation shall establish policies to permit the use of other power-driven mobility devices by individuals with disabilities when it is reasonable to afford a public accommodation's...
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§ 35.137(c) Development of policies permitting the use of other power-driven mobility devices
A public entity shall establish policies to permit the use of other power-driven mobility devices by individuals with disabilities when it is reasonable to allow an individual with a disability...