Department of Transportation (DOT) Disability Law Guidance

Article Publication Date:

11/8/2005

Summary:

Four new guidance documents were released interpreting the DOT Americans with Disabilities Act Regulations. The documents carry out the ADA intent and its regulation to protect the civil rights of people with disabilities. The documents are titled: Origin to Destination Service; Full-Length, Level-Boarding Platforms in New Commuter and Intercity Rail Stations; Paratransit Requirements for §5311-Funded Fixed-Route Service Operated by Private Entities; Use of \"Segways\" on Transportation Vehicles.

Topics:

Accessibility

Types/Tools:

Legislation; Links / Websites

Populations:

Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities; Physical Disabilities

Sources:

Federal Transit Administration

Programs/Initiatives:

N/A

States:

All States/Territories