Transportation Facilities, Vehicles and Services
On October 30, 2006, the U.S Department of Transportation (DOT) adopted new standards for transportation facilities covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Based on updated guidelines issued by the US Access Board in 2004, the standards will apply to bus stops and stations, rail stations, and airports built or altered after November 29, 2006, as indicated in a notice published by DOT in the Federal Register. The standards may also apply to certain key rail stations and intercity rail stations but otherwise do not apply to existing facilities except in the case of alterations.
United States Department of Transportation - Federal Transit Administration
Americans with Disabilities Act Resources
Includes information on ADA Technical Assistance, FTA ADA Compliance, ADA Links and ADA Regulations, Guidance, and Procedures
ADA Regulations
- Preamble--Transportation for Individuals with Disabilities [September 6, 1991]
- Part 27--Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance
- Part 37--Transportation Services for Individuals with Disabilities
- Part 38--Accessibility Specifications for Transportation Vehicles
Project ACTION – Easter Seals
Their mission is to promote universal access to transportation for people with disabilities under federal law and beyond by partnering with transportation providers, the disability community and others through the provision of training, technical assistance, applied research, outreach and communication.