A11y Laws Quick Reference

• Current standards: WCAG 2.2 Level AA is the forward-looking target (as of 2026); many US enforcements still reference WCAG 2.1 AA.

• Key laws: ADA Title II (state/local gov deadlines April 2026 for larger entities, 2027 smaller), Section 508 (federal ICT), Rehabilitation Act Section 504.

• Evergreen note: "Laws evolve slowly—check official sources (ADA.gov, Section508.gov) annually. For client work, reference IT Development & Design / A11y Laws & Compliance."

Overview of Global Accessibility Laws

Source References