Accessibility Is No Longer Optional—It’s the Law
Digital accessibility is no longer a “nice to have.” With the recent ruling from the U.S. Department of Justice, accessibility is now a legal requirement for state and local governments.
Under ADA Title II, public entities must ensure that their websites, mobile apps, and digital content are accessible to people with disabilities.
Key Deadlines You Need to Know
- April 24, 2026 – Entities serving populations of 50,000 or more
- April 26, 2027 – Smaller entities
Failure to comply can result in:
- Legal action and DOJ enforcement
- Loss of public trust
- Barriers to essential services for constituents
What Does Compliance Actually Require?
The DOJ has made it clear:
Organizations must meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
This includes ensuring:
- Content is usable with screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
- Proper structure (headings, landmarks, labels)
- Accessible forms and navigation
- Sufficient color contrast
- Captioned multimedia
Why This Matters Beyond Compliance
This isn’t just about avoiding risk—it’s about equity.
Over 30% of the population lives with a disability. If your digital content isn’t accessible, you are unintentionally excluding a significant portion of your community.
What You Should Do Next
- Conduct an accessibility audit (automated + manual)
- Identify high-traffic and high-risk pages
- Remediate issues with trained developers
- Implement ongoing monitoring
How Results One LLC Can Help
At Results One, we specialize in:
- Comprehensive accessibility audits
- WCAG 2.1 AA compliance support
- Training for your team
- Ongoing monitoring and reporting
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Let us help you meet the deadline—and build a more inclusive digital experience.