DOJ ADA Title II Final Rule: Mandatory Compliance Deadlines & Technical Benchmarks
State and local governments, public schools, and universities must meet strict WCAG 2.1 AA benchmarks under the DOJ Title II Final Rule. Review deadlines and requirements.
The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) published its historic ADA Title II Final Rule, establishing mandatory, enforceable technical standards for state and local government websites, digital services, and mobile applications.
The Historic DOJ Title II Final Rule
For over three decades, Title II entities operated under general non-discrimination principles. The Final Rule now establishes W3C WCAG 2.1 Level AA as the mandatory technical requirement across all public sector digital assets.
Enforceable Compliance Deadlines
| Entity Size / Jurisdiction | Population Threshold | Enforceable Compliance Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Large Public Entities | Population ≥ 50,000 | April 26, 2027 |
| Small Public Entities | Population < 50,000 | April 26, 2028 |
| Special District Governments | Transit, utilities, fire districts | April 26, 2028 |
Which Entities and Digital Services Are Covered?
The rule covers state and local government agencies, public school districts, community colleges, state universities, police and fire departments, licensing portals, and public transit systems.
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