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ADA refers to the Americans with Disabilities Act; it prohibits the discrimination of persons having any form of disability and creates equal opportunities for them. Section 508 is found in the U.S. Rehabilitation Act, which aims to eradicate barriers available in information technology for people with disabilities.
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Under Section 508, agencies must give disabled employees and members of the public access to information comparable to the access available to others.
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 only applies to government agencies, organizations that receive federal funding, and service providers to federally-funded organizations. Conversely, the ADA applies to private businesses (with the exception of religious organizations and private clubs).
Key Differences Between Accessible and ADA Compliant The concept of accessibility is broader than ADA compliance. While ADA compliance specifically relates to the minimum legal requirements within the United States, accessibility can extend beyond legal obligations and encompass a global approach to inclusivity.
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Section 508 is a law that states anytime the federal government develops, procures, maintains, or uses ICT employees and members of the public with disabilities seeking information, data or services from the Department must have the same or comparable access as those without disabilities.
Section 508 sets specific functional, support and technical requirements to improve the user experience for individuals with disabilities. Basic standards of software applications, operating systems, websites, and telecommunication products must be considered when designing for those with disabilities.
Section 508 compliance means federal agencies are required to secure, maintain, and use Information and Communications Technology (ICT) that can be accessed by those living with disabilities. Whether or not they work for the federal government is not relevant.
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (P.L. 105-220) requires that when Federal agencies develop, procure, maintain, or use information and communication technology (ICT), it shall be accessible to people with disabilities.
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 only applies to government agencies, organizations that receive federal funding, and service providers to federally-funded organizations. Conversely, the ADA applies to private businesses (with the exception of religious organizations and private clubs).

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