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Extension of Compliance Dates for Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Gover

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04-17-2026 02:53 PM
BillFox
by MVP Notable Contributor
MVP Notable Contributor
‎04-17-2026 02:53 PM

Extension of Compliance Dates for Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web... 

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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
28 CFR Part 35
[Docket No. CRT150; AG Order No. 6742-2026]
RIN 1190-AA82
Extension of Compliance Dates for Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability;
Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities
AGENCY: Civil Rights Division, Department of Justice.
ACTION: Interim final rule; request for comments.
SUMMARY: By this Interim Final Rule (“IFR”), the Department of Justice (“Department”) is
revising the regulations implementing title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) to
extend the compliance dates for the requirements for web content and mobile application (“app”)
accessibility that were adopted on April 24, 2024. The compliance date for State and local
government entities with a total population of 50,000 or more is extended from April 24, 2026,
to April 26, 2027. The compliance date for public entities with a total population of less than
50,000, or any special district government, is extended from April 26, 2027, to April 26, 2028.
DATES:
Effective date: This IFR is effective [INSERT DATE OF PUBLICATION IN THE

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JessicaMccall
by Esri Contributor
Esri Contributor
‎04-21-2026 01:56 PM

Hi @BillFox 

Thanks for tagging us on this topic. There are many Esri customers and users that are making great progress on accessibility in their maps and apps, and I personally hope that they use the additional time to further refine their applications.

However, this adjustment to the ADA Title II timelines does not change Esri's approach or commitment to accessibility. There are many state, federal, and international laws that still require accessible technology and Esri continues to support features and functionality in products and services for accessibility. 

If anyone has any questions about accessibility, feel free to visit Accessibility - Esri Community where you can ask questions and get resources and information about accessibility in general. We encourage those that have product specific accessibility questions to reach out to the appropriate product community.