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Federal Agencies Must Appoint Officers to Ensure Website Accessibility Compliance.

This law mandates that every federal agency appoint a dedicated Compliance Officer responsible for digital accessibility. This measure aims to ensure that government websites and technology fully comply with accessibility standards for people with disabilities. Consequently, citizens with disabilities will gain easier and more reliable access to essential public information and services online.
Key points
All federal agencies must appoint a dedicated Compliance Officer focused on digital accessibility within 90 days of the law's enactment.
These officers must be knowledgeable about website accessibility standards (WCAG) and report directly to the agency head.
Agency heads must biennially post a signed certification of compliance or submit a public plan to fix accessibility issues on their homepage.
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Print number: 118_S_2910
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Agency Accessibility Compliance Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2910.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All federal agencies must appoint a dedicated Compliance Officer focused on digital accessibility within 90 days of the law's enactment.
  • These officers must be knowledgeable about website accessibility standards (WCAG) and report directly to the agency head.
  • Agency heads must biennially post a signed certification of compliance or submit a public plan to fix accessibility issues on their homepage.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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