Government Publications

The Association for Equal Access provides a wide range of resources designed to help people with mobility disabilities conquer the challenges of accessing public spaces and services. Whether you’re a person with a disability or a business owner looking to improve accessibility, our collection of insightful websites, government publications, and relevant updates will help you make informed decisions and take action.

The United States Access Board

The U.S. Access Board is an independent federal agency that develops accessibility guidelines and standards to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. These guidelines help businesses understand how to meet ADA requirements, ensuring that people with mobility disabilities can access facilities and services. The Access Board's standards cover both new construction and renovations to ensure that accessibility is built into the design of public spaces.

Animations on ADA and ABA Standards

This excellent video series from the U.S. Access Board brings accessibility requirements to life. Each short animation breaks down specific Americans with Disabilities Act and Architectural Barriers Act standards for buildings and outdoor spaces using clear visuals and explanations. These are some of the most helpful and informative resources available—especially for illustrating dimensional requirements that can be difficult to understand from raw specifications alone.

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ADA Standards for Accessible Design

ADASAD outlines specific requirements for the design, construction, and alteration of buildings and facilities to ensure they are accessible to people with mobility impairments.

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ADA Accessibility Guidelines

ADAAG provides detailed specifications for making buildings and facilities accessible, covering elements like entrances, ramps, parking, and restrooms across a wide range of environments.

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ADA Standards for Transportation Facilities

These standards establish accessibility requirements for transportation systems, including bus stations, train stations, and airports, to ensure equal access.

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Barrier Removal Checklist for Existing Facilities

This practical tool helps businesses identify and address physical barriers to access in existing buildings with clear, step-by-step guidance.

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Outdoor Developed Areas

This guide provides detailed accessibility standards for federal outdoor sites like trails, picnic areas, and campgrounds to ensure they are usable by people with disabilities in varied natural settings across public lands.

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Accessible Routes

This guide outlines requirements for continuous, unobstructed paths that connect accessible elements and spaces in buildings and sites, ensuring usability for people with disabilities.

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The United States Department of Justice

The DOJ’s Civil Rights Division maintains a Disability Rights Section that enforces the ADA by investigating complaints, issuing regulations, providing technical assistance, and litigating cases to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements. Our updates highlight actions taken by the DOJ against businesses failing to comply with the ADA and offer valuable insights into the ongoing legal landscape, helping individuals and businesses stay informed and take action.

DOJ Settlement Agreements & Consent Decrees

These legal agreements outline specific actions required to address accessibility violations and ensure compliance with federal law. This section provides summaries and links to DOJ settlements, offering insight into how the law is applied and what can be learned from past cases.

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DOJ Publications

The DOJ publishes a range of materials to help businesses, government agencies, and individuals understand and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This section features official guidance, technical assistance documents, and reports that clarify legal requirements and best practices for accessibility.

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DOJ Enforcement Actions

The DOJ actively enforces the Americans with Disabilities Act through investigations, lawsuits, and other legal actions against entities that fail to comply. This section highlights recent enforcement efforts, including notable cases, fines, and corrective measures imposed to ensure accessibility and uphold civil rights.

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