DOJ ADA Title II Final Rule — Web Accessibility for State and Local Governments
United States · 89 Fed. Reg. 31320 (Apr. 24, 2024)
DOJ final rule requiring state and local government web content and mobile apps (including AI-driven services) to meet WCAG 2.1 AA. Compliance dates extended to 2027/2028.
Technical detail
28 CFR Part 35 (89 FR 31320): requires state and local government entities to make their web content and mobile applications accessible to people with disabilities, with WCAG 2.1 Level AA as the technical standard. Affects AI-driven services (chatbots, automated benefit determination, license-renewal portals). Compliance: large entities by Apr. 24, 2026; small entities by Apr. 26, 2027 (extended).
Who is protected: People with disabilities accessing state/local government services
Who must comply: State and local government entities
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | United States |
|---|---|
| Level | Federal |
| Status | Enacted (not yet in effect) |
| Protection strength | Moderate protection |
| Effective date | 2027-04-24 |
| Enacted | 2024-04-24 |
| Citation | 89 Fed. Reg. 31320 (Apr. 24, 2024) |
| Enforced by | DOJ Civil Rights Division + private right of action |
| Private right of action | Yes — individuals can sue |
| Penalties | Compensatory damages + attorney's fees |
| Topics | government use of AI · consumer protection |
| Last verified | 2026-06-16 |
| Official source | ADA Title II Web Accessibility Final Rule — Federal Register ↗ |
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