By April 24, 2026, state and local governments (Title II entities) with a total population of 50,000 or more must comply with new ADA website accessibility rules.
This includes public schools, universities, courts, and agencies that must ensure websites and apps meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
Key Entities Required to Comply by April 24, 2026:
- Large State and Local Governments: Cities, counties, and towns with a population of 50,000 or more.
- Public Entities: Public universities, community colleges, school districts, and public hospitals.
- Special Districts: Note that special districts have a later deadline of April 26, 2027, regardless of size.
Key Entities Required to Comply by April 26, 2027:
- Smaller State and Local Governments: Entities with a population of 49,999 or less.
- All Special District Governments.
What is Required:
- Websites, mobile applications, and digital content must meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
- This includes, but is not limited to, web pages, PDFs, and forms.
Entities should focus on auditing websites and fixing accessibility issues immediately to meet these deadlines.
