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Regulations

Regulations

In April 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice published a new rule updating Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and clarifying that digital materials must be accessible.

This rule requires all digital systems and content at public universities to proactively comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA by April 24, 2026, with only limited exceptions.

An updated Digital Accessibility Policy was approved by President Kevin M. Guskiewicz and took effect on June 1, 2024. Additionally, the process of updating the version of the WCAG we use from 2.0 AA to 2.2 AA has begun. Full WCAG 2.2 AA adoption is currently scheduled for January 1, 2026.

  • Fact sheet: New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local Governments
  • Full text: Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities

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  • Office of the ADA Coordinator
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  • Accommodating Technology Committee

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