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Information on the accessibility of pools and spas now available

Information on the accessibility of pools and spas required by the 2010 ADA Standards is now available from the U.S. Department of Justice and the ADA National Network.

New Proposed Accessibility Standards for Medical Diagnostic Equipment Available for Comment

The U.S. Access Board has released proposed accessibility standards for medical diagnostic equipment for public comment by June 8, 2012. The proposed standards address access for people with disabilities to examination tables and chairs, weight scales, mammography equipment, and other diagnostic equipment. The Board will hold public hearings on the standards in Washington, D.C. on March 14 and in Atlanta on May 8.

High Court Decides Disability Employment Case

The ministerial exception is based on the First Amendment's guarantee of religious freedom, and states that religious organizations are not subject to employment-related non-discrimination laws for employees who are members of the clergy and/or have significant ministerial duties. Because this case was so specific on its facts, however, future lower court decisions could find that employees of religious entities, like religious schools, are not covered by the ministerial exception, and therefore are not barred from bringing ADA or other employment discrimination claims.

2012 ADA Symposium

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has undergone critical changes recently, and the effective date for the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design is March 15, 2012, which is just around the corner! But you can learn everything you need to know about the ADA by attending the 2012 ADA Symposium. ADA Symposium sessions will answer the questions that are most important to your business or community about the 2010 ADA Standards, the recently revised ADA regulations, and so much more!

ADA National Network Fact Sheet Series on the Title II & III Regulations

The ADA National Network has produced a series of 9 fact sheets that provide an overview of the updated ADA regulations and accessibility standards for Title II and Title III entities. The fact sheet topics are:

• Overview of the Revised Titles II & III Regulations
• Effective Communication
• Examinations and Courses
• Transient Lodging
• Service Animals
• Ticketing
• Wheelchairs & Other Power-driven Mobility Devices
• Correctional Facilities
• Overview of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

New Draft of Information & Communication Technology Rule for Comment

The U.S. Access Board has released for public comment a second Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) that includes a revised draft of updated accessibility requirements for information and communication technology (ICT) covered by Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and Section 255 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996.

Center Staff Member Finalist in White House Video Challenge On Asian Americans And Pacific Islanders

In the fall of 2011, the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders launched the "What’s your story?" video challenge. The challenge aimed to highlight the personal stories of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) across the country who have impacted their community through their dreams, experiences, and dedication to a cause.

Group Sues the State Over Mental Health System

A federal class action lawsuit has been filed against New Hampshire for failing to take care of people with mental illness.

New Olmstead and Olmstead-related Lawsuits Table Available

The latest 2012 Olmstead report contains a table of Olmstead-related cases. New cases and updates on the status of other cases are in this current table. As of February 2012, The total number of (reported) Olmstead and Olmstead-related cases is 184.

55% Of Caregivers Are Overwhelmed By Amount Of Care They Provide

From the Family Caregiver Alliance.