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Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

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September 25, 2008

ADA Amendments Act broadened the definition of disability, overturning restrictive Supreme Court interpretations.

Previous

Disability means a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities of such individual.

Amended

The definition of disability shall be construed broadly. Major life activities include major bodily functions. Mitigating measures other than ordinary eyeglasses shall not be considered when determining whether an impairment substantially limits a major life activity.

March 15, 2010

DOJ updated Title III regulations to establish specific standards for accessible design in new construction.

Previous

Public accommodations shall be accessible to individuals with disabilities to the extent readily achievable.

Amended

Public accommodations shall comply with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design, which update specifications for accessible routes, toilet rooms, sales and service counters, and swimming pools in new construction and alterations.