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ADA Amendments Act of 2008

In plain terms. The ADA Amendments Act of 2008 broadened the definition of disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act. In the IT context it reinforces the importance of accessible technology, which intersects with federal Secti…

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In plain terms. The ADA Amendments Act of 2008 broadened the definition of disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act. In the IT context it reinforces the importance of accessible technology, which intersects with federal Section 508 accessibility requirements for systems and electronic content.

Citation. Pub. L. 110-325 (Sep. 25, 2008); 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq..