The U.S. Department of Justice has issued an interim final rule delaying the implementation of new ADA Title II web accessibility standards by at least one year. Originally finalized in 2024 to mandate technical standards for state and local government websites and apps, the compliance deadline for large entities has been moved to April 26, 2027, while smaller jurisdictions now have until April 26, 2028. The administration cited the need for local governments to better plan and budget for these updates following pressure from school districts and city leaders; however, disability advocates argue that this delay further excludes individuals with disabilities from essential online public services and information.

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