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Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Medical Diagnostic Equipment of State and Local Government Entities

The Justice Department published this final rule in the Federal Register on August 9, 2024. It took effect on October 8, 2024.

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What the agency says

The Department of Justice ("Department") issues this final rule revising the regulation implementing title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA"). The rule establishes requirements, including the adoption of specific technical standards and scoping requirements, for making accessible to the public the services, programs, and activities that State and local governments offer through their Medical Diagnostic Equipment ("MDE").

Key facts

Document number
2024-16889
Type
Final rule
Action
Final rule
Agency
Justice Department
Published
August 9, 2024
Takes effect
October 8, 2024
Dates
This rule is effective October 8, 2024.
Docket
CRT Docket No. 143; AG Order No. 5982-2024
Regulation ID (RIN)
1190-AA78
Code of Federal Regulations
28 CFR 35
Topics
Administrative practice and procedure; Buildings and facilities; Civil rights; Individuals with disabilities
Significant
Yes, under Executive Order 12866
Pages
21

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