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Purchase of multiple tickets. (Section-by-Section Analysis)
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Volume Control on Public Phones
The proposed rule specified a minimum of 25%, but many urged that all public phones should have volume control. Response....
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209 Passenger Loading Zones and Bus Stops
The Board has clarified in the final rule that this applies to "fractions" of this amount as well, which is consistent with the intent of this provision as proposed....
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M301.2.4 Unobstructed Transfer (Section-by-Section Analysis)
In the MDE NPRM the Access Board proposed that each transfer side provide unobstructed access to the transfer surface, with an exception to permit temporary obstructions as long as they...
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Sections §§ 35.108(d)(1)(vii) and 36.105(d)(1)(vii)—Comparison of Individual’s Performance of Major Life Activity Usually Will Not Require Scientific, Medical, or Statistical Analysis
One commenter stated that the proposed language ‘‘favor[s] expedience over evidence-based guidance.’’...
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E207.2 WCAG Conformance (Section-by-Section Analysis)
For a more complete discussion of WCAG conformance requirements in the proposed rule, see the discussion in Section IV.E.2 (Rulemaking History – 2010 and 2011 ANPRMs: Significant Issues...
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Check-out Aisle Counter Height
height of check-writing surfaces, where provided, is to comply with the height of work surfaces addressed in section 902.3 (34 inches maximum), consistent with the Board’s intent in the proposed...
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M301.3.1 Transfer Supports (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The MDE NPRM proposed to require transfer supports to be provided for use with transfer sides on diagnostic equipment used by patients in the supine, prone, or side-lying position, and that...
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Forward Approach
For wheelchair access, the proposed rule required a forward approach at cantilevered units but allowed a parallel approach at other types of units, such as those that are floor mounted....
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Handrails Requirement
Requirements for handrails in the proposed rule applied only to those provided along ramps and stairs....
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Fixed Shower Head Height
This exception had been removed in the proposed rule due to a lack of clarity on the types of facilities that qualify for this exception....
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M302.2.5 Unobstructed Transfer (Section-by-Section Analysis)
In the MDE NPRM the Access Board proposed that each transfer side provide unobstructed access to the transfer surface, with an exception to permit temporary obstructions as long as they...
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Alternate methods (Preamble, Section-by-Section Analysis)
The proposed rule used the term "alternate modes" which was defined as different means of providing information to users of products, including product documentation, such as voice, fax,...
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Assistive technology (Preamble, Section-by-Section Analysis)
The preamble to the proposed rule noted that assistive technology may include screen readers which allow persons who cannot see a visual display to either hear screen content or read the...
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2. Accessible lavatories
As under the existing rule, this requirement would apply to new aircraft (i.e., aircraft ordered/delivered after the effective date of the rule)....
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14 CFR Part 382 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel (Air Carrier Access Act): Preamble and Section-by-Section Analysis (with amendments issued through July 2010)
The rule also reorganizes and updates the entire ACAA rule....
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a. Transfer Surface Adjustability
position and diagnostic equipment used in the seated position (proposed M301.2.1 and M302.2.1, respectively)....
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Section 35.151(i) Curb ramps (Section-by-Section Analysis)
Section 35.151(i) Curb ramps (Section-by-Section Analysis) Section 35.151(e) on curb ramps in the 1991 rule has been redesignated as § 35.151(i)....
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F. Paperwork Reduction Act
More specifically, the proposed rule requires covered manufacturers, when providing support documentation and services, to ensure accessibility for individuals with disabilities with respect...
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a. Structural Strength
The MDE NPRM proposed to require transfer supports to be capable of resisting vertical and horizontal forces of 250 pounds at all points (proposed M305.2.2)....
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V. Background on This Rulemaking and Public Comments Received
The Department published its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) proposing to amend its title II and title III ADA regulations in the Federal Register on January 30, 2014. 79 FR 4839 (Jan...
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382.51 What requirements must carriers meet concerning the accessibility of airport facilities?
When DOJ incorporates the new version of ADAAG in their Title III rules, we will update this reference....
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ATM Clear Floor or Ground Space
In the final rule, the Board revised these exceptions to cover fare machines as well. Comment....
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Regulatory Process Matters
This final rule has been reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget under Executive Order 12291....