ADA Regulation for Title II, as printed in the Federal Register (7/26/91). The Department of Justice's regulation implementing title II, subtitle A, of the ADA which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in all services, programs, and activities provided to the public by State and local governments, except public transportation services.
Title II Technical Assistance Manual (1993) and Yearly Supplements. A 30-page manual that explains in lay terms what State and local governments must do to ensure that their services, programs, and activities are provided to the public in a nondiscriminatory manner. Many examples are provided for practical guidance. (Spanish edition available from the ADA Information Line.)
Title II Highlights (HTML) | PDF format. An 8-page outline of the key requirements of the ADA for State and local governments. This publication provides detailed information in bullet format for quick reference.
(Spanish edition available from the ADA Information Line.)
Title II & III Regulation Amendment Regarding Detectable Warnings, as printed in the Federal Register (11/23/98). This amendment suspends the requirements for detectable warnings at curb ramps, hazardous vehicle areas, and reflecting pools until July 26, 2001.
ADA Guide for Small Towns (HTML) | PDF format. A 21-page guide that presents an informal overview of some basic ADA requirements and provides cost-effective tips on how small towns can comply with the ADA.
The ADA and City Governments: Common Problems (HTML) | PDF format. A 9-page document that contains a sampling of common problems shared by city governments of all sizes, provides examples of common deficiencies and explains how these problems affect persons with disabilities.
ADA-TA: A Technical Assistance Update from the Department of Justice. A serial publication that addresses two topics in each issue: "Common Questions" answers questions about ADA requirements; "Design Details" provides information and illustrations of particular design requirements.
Volume 1: Readily Achievable Barrier Removal and Van-Accessible Parking Spaces (HTML) | PDF format
Accessible Stadiums (Text) | PDF format. A 4-page publication highlighting features that must be accessible in new stadiums and providing guidance on line of sight for wheelchair seating locations.
Commonly Asked Questions About the ADA and Law Enforcement (HTML) | PDF format. A 13-page publication providing information for law enforcement agencies in a simple question and answer format.
Questions and Answers: The ADA and Hiring Police Officers. A 5-page publication providing information on ADA requirements for interviewing and hiring police officers.
Commonly Asked Questions About Title II of the ADA (Text) | PDF format. A 6-page fact sheet explaining the requirements of the ADA for State and local governments.
(Spanish edition available from the ADA Information Line.)
Access for 9-1-1 and Telephone Emergency Services Under the American with Disabilities Act (HTML) | PDF format. A 10-page publication explaining the requirements for direct, equal access to 9-1-1 for persons who use teletypewriters (TTYs).
Questions and Answers: The ADA and Persons with HIV/AIDS (Text) | PDF format. A 16-page publication explaining the requirements of the ADA for employers, businesses and non-profit agencies that serve the public, and State and local governments to avoid discriminating against persons with HIV/AIDS.
(Spanish edition available from the ADA Information Line.)
Common ADA Errors and Omissions in New Construction and Alterations (HTML) | PDF format. This 13-page document lists a sampling of common accessibility errors or omissions that have been identified through the Department of Justice's ongoing enforcement efforts. The significance of the errors is discussed and references are provided to the requirements of the ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
ADA Design Guide 1 - Restriping Parking Lots (HTML) | PDF format. A 2 -page illustrated design guide explaining the number of accessible parking spaces that are required and the restriping requirements for accessible parking spaces for cars and van-accessible parking spaces.
Commonly Asked Questions About Child Care Centers and the Americans with Disabilities Act (HTML) | PDF format. A 13-page publication explaining how the requirements of the ADA apply to Child Care Centers. The document also describes some of the Department of Justice's ongoing enforcement efforts in the child care area and it provides a resource list on sources of information on the ADA.
Title II Complaint Form (HTML) | PDF format. Standard form for filing a complaint under title II of the ADA or section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability by State and local governments and by recipients of federal financial assistance.
