What does ADA mean in UNCLASSIFIED

ADA stands for the Americans with Disabilities Act, a comprehensive civil rights law passed into law by the United States Congress in 1990.

The ADA ensures that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else, including access to employment, public accommodations, transportation, communication, and other services that are available to the general public.

Anyone who has a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities is protected under the ADA. This includes people with visible or non-visible conditions such as hearing impairment, neurological disorders and chronic illnesses.

Yes, employers can be held liable for discrimination against employees based on their disabilities if they fail to make reasonable accommodations for them or fail to provide an equal opportunity in terms of employment practices or policies.

Yes, violations may result in administrative enforcement action being taken by state authorities or monetary fines imposed on organizations found guilty of violating its provisions. In addition to civil penalties imposed by federal agencies regulated by the act itself, some states also enforce criminal penalties against individuals and organizations who violate it.