Extension of Compliance Dates for Accessibility of Web Information and Services
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The law extends the deadline for state and local governments to make their web content and mobile apps accessible to people with disabilities. Larger governments now have until April 2027 and smaller ones until April 2028 to comply. This gives more time to adjust to technical standards and avoid rushed changes.
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Key Changes
- Extension of compliance deadline for large governments to April 2027
- Extension of compliance deadline for small governments to April 2028
- Allows more time for state and local governments to implement ADA web content accessibility standards
Obligations
What this law requires
State and local government entities with a population of 50,000 or more must ensure compliance with web content and mobile app accessibility requirements by implementing the technical standards outlined in WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
State and local government entities with a population of less than 50,000 must ensure compliance with web content and mobile app accessibility requirements by implementing the technical standards outlined in WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
State and local government entities are encouraged to utilize available resources and guidelines to assist in achieving compliance with the accessibility requirements for web content and mobile apps.
State and local government entities must prepare to begin compliance efforts leading up to the deadlines established for accessibility requirements.
All comments on the Interim Final Rule must be submitted by interested parties by the deadline of June 22, 2026.