The Clock is Ticking:
Title II & April 2026
The Department of Justice has issued its final rule under Title II of the ADA. For state and local governments with populations over 50,000, the deadline for full WCAG 2.1 AA compliance is April 24, 2026.
April 24, 2026
By this date, all web content and mobile apps provided by public entities must meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This isn't a "best effort" guideline anymore—it is a federal mandate with specific technical standards.
Scope of Content
The rule specifically covers content that has historically been difficult to manage:
- PDFs and Documents: Agendas, minutes, permit applications, and policy manuals.
- Audio & Video: Council meetings, town halls, and public service announcements.
- Social Media: Posts on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube.
Why Risk It?
Non-compliance exposes your agency to DOJ enforcement actions and private litigation. But more importantly, it excludes constituents from participating in their government.
Don't wait for 2026.
Remediating years of backlog takes time. Start your automated ingestion now to ensure a clean slate on deadline day.