ACCESS Act of 2026.

This bill changes how private lawsuits work under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for barriers at existing businesses, websites, and mobile apps. Before suing over an architectural or technological barrier, a person would have to send the owner a detailed written notice, and the owner would have 60 days to describe planned fixes and another 60 days to remove the barrier or make substantial progress. The Department of Justice would create an education program on accessibility for state and local governments and property owners and translate guidance into commonly used languages. The federal courts would develop a model mediation program for barrier claims, and the Attorney General would study within one year whether certain website standards, accessibility widgets, or phone lines meet ADA requirements.

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Sponsors

• Ken Calvert Republican sponsor
• 3 cosponsors