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ADA - The Americans with Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act gives civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, transportation, State and local government services, and telecommunications.
  • The Law
    Links to the statutes, regulations, and guidelines.

  • Checklists
    Checklists to access areas of concerns related to the ADA.

  • Guides / FAQs / Q&As
    Questions and Answers, Frequently Asked Questions, and beginner and advanced guides to the ADA.

  • Relevant Agencies & Organizations
    Links to agencies and organizations charged with directing, enforcing, or implementing the ADA.

  • Complaints / Mediation
    Links to sites that give information on how to file ADA complaints or request mediation.

  • Web Sites
    Important ADA web sites.

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Last Updated 9/8/2006 by rowley@waisman.wisc.edu
Document Source: http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/legal/ada.html