: Any entity receiving federal grants or loans. Why Compliance Matters

Compliance is primarily measured against the , which is the current federal benchmark for digital accessibility. Key technical requirements include:

: Vendors must often provide a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) to prove their products meet these standards before a federal agency can purchase them.

is a critical United States federal law that mandates all electronic and information technology (EIT) developed, procured, maintained, or used by federal agencies be accessible to people with disabilities. Established as an amendment to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 , it ensures that federal employees and members of the public with disabilities have access to information comparable to those without disabilities. Core Requirements and Standards

: All departments under the U.S. government.

: Ensuring all functions are operable via a keyboard alone, without requiring a mouse.

: Failure to comply can lead to civil lawsuits, expensive settlements, and the loss of federal funding.