The Department of Justice (DOJ) mandates that state and local government (Title II) websites and mobile apps comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards, with deadlines of April 24, 2026, for populations of 50,000+ and April 26, 2027, for smaller entities. This covers all digital services, including forms, portals, and third-party tools. The rule covers…
Using the automated checks will get you close to compliant but automated checks can’t find everything. Learn more about how to reach full compliance.
Start with access-board.gov for an overview of the most recent legal requirements. Then checkout webaim.org to learn how to comply. Use or self paced web accessibility training plan to learn how to make your website more accessible
It’s the law! In 1998, Congress amended the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to require Federal agencies to make their electronic and information technology accessible to people with disabilities. This law applies to all Federal agencies, some state and local agencies as well as any entity creating websites for applicable agencies. There is also a strong business case for…
XThe accessibility of our website is taken very seriously. We strive to meet WCAG 2.2 AA Web Accessibility standards by routinely evaluating our website using automated evaluation tools and manual testing when required. As content changes we review and correct issues and are responsive to our users needs. If you encounter issues with our website, please report them so they may be corrected in a timely manner.
