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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Links > Independent Living
AbleRoad
or cognitive disabilities - and their families and caregivers to review any public space or business....
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Links > Federal Department or Agency
Electronic Code of Federal Regulations - Title 34, Subtitle B, Chapter III, PART 303—EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM FOR INFANTS AND TODDLERS WITH DISABILITIES
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
CHAPTER III—OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PART 303—EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM FOR INFANTS AND TODDLERS WITH DISABILITIES...
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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
11. May an employer request documentation when an employee who has a hearing disability requests a reasonable accommodation?
May an employer request documentation when an employee who has a hearing disability requests a reasonable accommodation?
Sometimes....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Fact Sheet on Obtaining and Using Employee Medical Information as Part of Emergency Evacuation Procedures
1. May an employer ask employees whether they will require assistance in the event of an evacuation because of a disability or medical condition?
Others may have obvious disabilities or medical conditions but may not need assistance....
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Links > Independent Living
AbilityApp
Ability App will help people with disabilities and their caregivers navigate public spaces and find safe, reliable services and employment opportunities....
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State and Local Documents > Guidelines > 36 CFR Part 1191 ABA Accessibility Guidelines, Outdoor Developed Areas
36 CFR Part 1191 ABA Accessibility Guidelines, Outdoor Developed Areas
The final rule ensures that these facilities are readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DISABILITY LAW GUIDANCE: Origin-to-Destination Service
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DISABILITY LAW GUIDANCE: Origin-to-Destination Service
For instance, the nature of a particular individual’s disability or adverse weather conditions may prevent him or her from negotiating the distance from the door of his or her home to the...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Questions and Answers: Enforcement Guidance on Disability-Related Inquiries and Medical Examinations of Employees Under the ADA
Are the rules about when an employer may make disability-related inquiries and require medical examinations the same for employees and applicants?
Are the rules about when an employer may make disability-related inquiries and require medical examinations the same for employees and applicants?...
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Spirit of the ADA
Our fight for disability rights and why we're not done yet | Judith Heumann | TEDxMidAtlantic
For more than 30 years, Judith Heumann has been involved on the international front working with disabled people’s organizations and governments around the world to advance the human rights...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services (1991 ADA Title II Regulations)
28 CFR Part 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services (1991 ADA Title II Regulations)
Subtitle A protects qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination on the basis of disability in the services, programs, or activities of all State and local governments....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Commonly Asked Questions About the Americans with Disabilities Act and Law Enforcement
24. Q: It sounds like awareness and training are critical for effective interaction with individuals with disabilities. How can I find out more about the needs of my local disability community?
As part of that process, the ADA encouraged entities to involve individuals with disabilities from their local communities....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2019 California Standards
1.9.1.5 Special conditions for persons with disabilities requiring appeals action ratification
Advisory 1.9.1.5 Special conditions for persons with disabilities requiring appeals action ratification. ...
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Links > Nonprofit Organization
Parents Helping Parents, Inc. (PHP)
need for special services due to any special need, including but not limited to illness, cancer, accidents, birth defects, neurological conditions, premature birth, learning or physical disabilities...
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Product Demonstration or Information
WATERWHEELS® - EN - Floating beach wheelchair for disabled people
WaterWheels® is a floating beach wheelchair which enables people with disabilities to access soft terrains (sand, grass, snow, gravels, etc.)....
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Legal Documents > SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND AURORA HEALTH CARE UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND AURORA HEALTH CARE UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
AND
AURORA HEALTH CARE
UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
DJ# 202-85-105...
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State and Local Documents > State Technical Assistance > CCDA Accessibility Compliance for Businesses: "Myths and Misconceptions"
13. I do not need to fix it because I will help a disabled person get around barriers in my facility.
While it is good business practice to provide assistance to all your customers, and you are required to provide reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities, assisting individuals...
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Links > General
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving the educational success of individuals with disabilities and/or gifts...
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Links > Travel/Recreation
Enhancing Airport Wayfinding for Aging Travelers and Persons with Disabilities
The objective of this research is to develop a guidebook to help airport operators and planners assist the elderly and persons with disabilities with pedestrian wayfinding systems in standardized...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Air Carrier Access Act Technical Assistance Manual (2005)
B. Security Screening for Air Travelers with a Disability
B. Security Screening for Air Travelers with a Disability1
1 In the wake of the events of September 11, 2001, in most cases, TSA has taken over for carriers in the area of...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > 2004 ADA Checklist for Polling Places
Halls and Corridors Checklist - Voters with Mobility Disabilities
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Products and Additional Resources > Disability Etiquette > Tips for Interacting with People with Disabilities
A Broad Definition of Disability Leaves No One Behind
Using a broad definition shows intent to include a broad range of people and leave no one behind.
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Products and Additional Resources > Disability Etiquette > Tips for Interacting with People with Disabilities
Who are People with Disabilities and Other Activity Limitations?
About 30 percent of people living in the United States experience some difficulty with “basic” movement, or cognitive, sensory, or emotional limitations. The most common, reported by...
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Research and History > Research Documents > Anthropometry for Persons with Disabilities
Anthropometry for Persons with Disabilities: Needs for the 21st Century
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Links > Advocacy/Legal Service
VOR
VOR promises to empower you to make and protect quality of life choices for individuals with developmental disabilities....