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 > Questions and Answers about Deafness and Hearing Impairments in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act
9. What type of reasonable accommodations may employees with hearing disabilities need?
What type of reasonable accommodations may employees with hearing disabilities need?...
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Additional Access Publications > Using a Fitness Center Does Not Have to be an Exercise in Frustration: Tips for People with Mobility and Visual Disabilities
4.1 Plan Ahead
Ask about staff qualifications and training on adapting activities and working with people with disabilities to develop a fitness program.8
8 Choosing a Fitness Center. (2006)...
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Legal Documents > United States of America v. Camp Bravo - Settlement Agreement
United States of America v. Camp Bravo - Settlement Agreement
SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND CAMP BRAVO
UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
DJ # 202-35-304...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Questions and Answers on the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 for Students with Disabilities Attending Public Elementary and Secondary Schools
Q16: Does OCR's enforcement activity reflect the changes made by the Amendments Act?
Accordingly, OCR's enforcement reflects, for example, the broader interpretation of the definition of disability, the two nonexhaustive lists of major life activities, and the other Amendments...
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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)
Section 36.311 Mobility Devices (Section-by-Section Analysis)
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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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Spirit of the ADA
Employment Today - Chapter 6 - Reasonable Accommodation
Employment Today - Chapter 6 - Reasonable Accommodation (by the California Department of Rehabilitation)
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Access to Medical Care for Individuals with Mobility Disabilities
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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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Continuing education > ADA Facilities Compliance Continuing Education Courses & Resources
Typical Day - Advanced Training
by looking at how people view various disabilities....
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Spirit of the ADA
Employment Today - Chapter 7 - Undue Hardship
Employment Today - Chapter 7 - Undue Hardship (by the California Department of Rehabilitation)
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Legal Documents > 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
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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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Spirit of the ADA
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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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Federal Aviation Administration Draft Advisory Circular 150/5360-14A, Access to Airports by Individuals with Disabilities
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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Federal Documents > Regulations > 14 CFR Part 382 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel (Air Carrier Access Act) (with amendments issued through May 2016)
§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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Federal Documents > Preamble to Regulations > 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)
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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Products and Additional Resources > Disability Etiquette > Communicating With and About People with Disabilities
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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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities (1991 ADA Title III Regulations)
Sec.36.302 Modifications in policies, practices, or procedures
Sec.36.302 Modifications in policies, practices, or procedures.
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Legal Documents > SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND BLOCKBUSTER INC.DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE COMPLAINT NUMBER 202-35-231
SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND BLOCKBUSTER INC. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE COMPLAINT NUMBER 202-35-231
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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 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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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Access to Medical Care for Individuals with Mobility Disabilities
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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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Appendix to 29 CFR Part 1630—Interpretive Guidance on Title I of the Americans With Disabilities Act
Introduction
Title I of the ADA prohibits disability-based discrimination in employment....
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Research and History > Research Documents > 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 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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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Spirit of the ADA
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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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Spirit of the ADA
Senator Ed Markey ADA 25th Anniversary Message
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Product Demonstration or Information
Sensory Software: Setup of the myGaze® eye tracker
Affordable myGaze® eye tracking peripheral and gaze interaction solutions by Visual Interaction GmbH - www.mygaze.com