In both the NPRM and the final rule, § 36.311(a) states the general rule that in any areas open to pedestrians, public accommodations shall permit individuals with mobility disabilities...
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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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Section 36.311 Mobility Devices (Section-by-Section Analysis)
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ADA25: #18 of 25 -- Movie Captioning
Thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), NAD intern Tyler Pugeda explains how that requires access for deaf and hard of hearing people....
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In a doctor’s office or clinic with multiple exam rooms, must every examination room have an accessible exam table and sufficient clear floor space next to the exam table?
The medical care provider must be able to provide its services in an accessible manner to individuals with disabilities. In order to do so, accessible equipment is usually necessary....
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Typical Day - Advanced Training
by looking at how people view various disabilities....
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VOLUNTARY COMPLIANCE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
AND
THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS INC.
&
OUTPATIENT IMAGING AFFILIATES, LLC.
DJ# 202-62-458
VOLUNTARY COMPLIANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS INC. & OUTPATIENT IMAGING AFFILIATES, LLC. DJ# 202-62-458
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What Works on NBC: Giving the Gift of Golf to Wounded Warriors
From NBC Nightly News, Thursday, June 14, 2007, reported by Roger O'Neil: News story about a Pro golfer, Jim Estes, who is helping wounded war veterans. Estes is providing free golf...
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Senator Ed Markey ADA 25th Anniversary Message
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Sensory Software: Setup of the myGaze® eye tracker
Affordable myGaze® eye tracking peripheral and gaze interaction solutions by Visual Interaction GmbH - www.mygaze.com
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Sensory Software: Using myGaze with Look to Learn
Sensory Software: Using myGaze with Look to Learn
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Sensory Software: Making a vocab cell in The Grid 2
Instructions for making a vocab cell in The Grid 2.
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Sensory Software: Hidden cells in The Grid 2
How to hide and reveal cells in The Grid 2.
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Sensory Software: Autocomplete and Disambiguation in The Grid 2
Two exciting new features in The Grid 2.7.
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Federal Aviation Administration Draft Advisory Circular 150/5360-14A, Access to Airports by Individuals with Disabilities
S. transportation system and employment opportunities at these airports for individuals with disabilities. 2 Cancellation....
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ADA25: #4 of 25 -- Title II
Today, NAD Attorney Caroline Jackson takes a moment to explain Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). View the entire #ADA25 series at www.nad.org/ADA25....
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PART 3: ACCESSIBLE EXAMINATION ROOMS
An accessible examination room has features that make it possible for patients with mobility disabilities, including those who use wheelchairs, to receive appropriate medical care....
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§382.125 What procedures do carriers follow when wheelchairs, other mobility aids, and other assistive devices must be stowed in the cargo compartment?
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382.125 What procedures do carriers follow when wheelchairs, other mobility aids, and other assistive devices must be stowed in the cargo compartment?
382.125 What procedures do carriers follow when wheelchairs, other mobility aids, and other assistive devices must be stowed in the cargo compartment? As under the current rule,...
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Tips for Communicating with Individuals Who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Gain the person's attention before starting a conversation (i.e., tap the person gently on the shoulder or arm). Look directly at the individual, face the light, speak...
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Sec.36.302 Modifications in policies, practices, or procedures
Sec.36.302 Modifications in policies, practices, or procedures.
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SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND BLOCKBUSTER INC. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE COMPLAINT NUMBER 202-35-231
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§ 35.130 General prohibitions against discrimination.
[Order No. 1512-91, 56 FR 35716, July 26, 1991, as amended by AG Order No. 3180-2010, 75 FR 56178, Sept. 15, 2010; AG Order 3702-2016, 81 FR 53225, Aug. 11, 2016]
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Introduction
Title I of the ADA prohibits disability-based discrimination in employment....
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Independent Wheelchair Transfers in the Built Environment: How Transfer Setup Impacts Performance Phase 2: Final Report
Independent Wheelchair Transfers in the Built Environment: How Transfer Setup Impact Performance Phase 2: Final Report REPORT PREPARED FOR: U.S ACCESS BOARD, WASHINGTON,...
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1.3 Know Your Rights
Fitness centers are covered by a law called the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)3....
