Disability rights are civil rights. From voting to parking, the ADA is a law that protects people with disabilities in many areas of public life.

Regulations developed by the Department of Justice that explain the rights of people with disabilities and the obligations of those covered by the law.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in everyday activities.

Here is the text of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), including changes made by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008. Congress passed the ADA as a “Public Law,” and it originally was in …

Feb 28, 2020 · A brief overview of ten Federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities and the Federal agencies to contact for more information.

Detailed guidance documents explaining the rights and responsibilities under the ADA and the Department’s regulations related to topics the ADA covers including service animals, health care and …

These topic overviews are a basic starting point for understanding areas the ADA covers including service animals, parking and effective communication.

The ADA provides an important tool to fight discrimination: filing a complaint with an appropriate federal agency. This page outlines the steps to do so.

The ADA Standards for Accessible Designs say what is required for a building or facility to be physically accessible to people with disabilities.

DOJ is responsible for issuing regulations under Title II and Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that explain the rights of people with disabilities and the obligations of those covered by the laws.