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Title II of the ADA includes provisions applying to state and local government agencies, also known as public entities.
A public entity covered by Title II of the ADA is defined as:
ß Any state or local government
ß Any department, agency, special purpose district, or other instrumentality of a state or local government, including public schools
ß Certain commuter authorities and AMTRAK
Title II of the ADA does NOT cover activities of the Federal government, including the military. Federal agencies are covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
What activities are covered?
Title II of the ADA prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities by public entities. Activities covered include:
• The operation of all services and programs offered by the entity
• All aspects of the employment relationship
• Government services carried out by contractors
• Activities of state and local legislative and judicial branches
• Public transportation
Title II of the ADA became effective on January 26, 1992.
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