U.S. Access Board

The U.S. Access Board has published an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking asking for public comment on its approach to developing technical standards for universal changing stations. Comments are due by April 20, 2026! Learn more and submit comments at federalregister.gov/documents/2026…

Streets and sidewalks are essential for everyday travel. Join the Access Board for our next webinar on Curb Ramps, Blended Transitions, Accessibility and PROWAG Basics! Come and register for this session on Thursday, April 2 at 2:30 PM (ET). ➡️ accessibilityonline.org/ao/session?id=…

Did you know that the Access Board provides free technical assistance on its accessibility guidelines and standards through our helpline and email? Learn more about the Board's confidential TA services: access-board.gov/ta/

Don't forget to submit a public comment on our approach to developing technical standards for universal changing stations required to be provided by sponsors of certain hub airports seeking airport development project grants. Comments are due by April 20. federalregister.gov/documents/2026…

Don't forget to join us for our webinar on March 31 at 1:00 PM (ET) to learn about the state of federal digital accessibility in Highlights from the Fiscal Year 2025 Governmentwide Section 508 Assessment. ➡️ accessibilityonline.org/cioc-508/sessi…

Emails are an essential form of communication across all industries and segments of society. Learn how to make email messages that conform to the Section 508 Standards over on the @USGSA 508 website. ➡️ section508.gov/create/email-m…

Electronic signatures on documents and online forms play an important role in both the public and private sectors. Learn how to make electronic signatures that conform to the Section 508 Standards over on the @USGSA 508 website. ➡️ section508.gov/create/electro…

If you’re interested in learning about the #ADA, ABA, or how the built environment can be made more accessible for people with #disabilities, sign up for the Board’s free subscription: public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USACC…

Don't miss out on the Board's recent webinar that covered the accessibility of features commonly found near the beach. Watch the archived webinar hosted by our partners at @adagreatlakes: accessibilityonline.org/ao/archives/11…

Don't miss out on @HUDgov's upcoming Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST training! The next virtual session is on March 24 at 10:00 am & 2:00 pm, and will cover the Fair Housing Act Requirement 4: Accessible Route Into and Through the Dwelling Unit. ➡️ hud.gov/hud-partners/a…

Mark your calendars! The Access Board will be holding its next town hall meeting in Rhode Island on Tuesday, May 5! Join us at Bally’s Lincoln Event Center to share your thoughts on the state of accessibility in Rhode Island. Registration info below! ➡️ access-board.gov/news/2026/02/1…

Upcoming learning opportunity with Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST happening Tuesday 3/17!

Apply as a member of the public: usajobs.gov/job/860755700 Apply as a current federal employee: usajobs.gov/job/860755300

Come work for the Access Board! We are seeking an Executive Assistant (GS 11) to help support the work of the Executive Director and other agency activities. This listing is open to the public and closes next Wednesday, March 18, so apply now! Application links below ⬇️

Access Board staff had the privilege of attending #ZeroCon26 at the @UN_Vienna. We took this opportunity to learn more about the state of global accessibility, and to talk with international partners about the important work of the Access Board in advancing accessibility.

Access Board's Executive Director Sachin Pavithran was pleased to speak alongside other federal leaders at the 2026 @acbnational DC Leadership Conference. He spoke about the work of the Access Board, especially regarding accessibility for people who are blind or have low vision.

The annual Governmentwide Section 508 Assessment provides critical insights into the state of federal digital accessibility! Join our webinar on March 31 at 1:00 PM (ET) to learn about highlights from this year’s assessment. ➡️ accessibilityonline.org/cioc-508/sessi…

Don't miss out on @HUDgov's upcoming Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST training! The next virtual session is on March 17 at 10:00 am & 2:00 pm, and will cover the Fair Housing Act Requirement 3: Usable Doors. ➡️ hud.gov/hud-partners/a…

Alt text is one of the foundations of digital accessibility. It provides important context on images and other graphics to users of screen readers. Learn how to make alt text that conforms to the Section 508 Standards over on the @USGSA 508 website. ➡️ section508.gov/create/alterna…

The Access Board mourns the passing of former Board Chair and accessibility leader Pat Cannon. Read our full tribute to Pat and his incredible contributions to the disability community: access-board.gov/news/2026/03/0…

If you’re interested in learning about the #ADA, ABA, or how the built environment can be made more accessible for people with #disabilities, sign up for the Board’s free subscription: public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USACC…

Don't miss out on the Board's recent session that covered accessible outdoor developed areas, like camping and picnic facilities. Watch the archived webinar hosted by our partners at @adagreatlakes: accessibilityonline.org/ao/archives/11…