ADA National Network

The ADA National Network provides information, guidance and training on how to implement the Americans with Disabilities Act. The network consists of 10 Regional Centers.

Medical Marijuana — ADA and Federal–State Policy Conflicts

Jack Humburg, Pamela Williamson, and Barry A. Whaley from the Southeast ADA Center Many people have questions about using medical marijuana (cannabis) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a federal law. Marijuana use is legal in many states, and sometimes it is prescribed for medical use. With ongoing changes in drug laws at the … Read more

Celebrating 36 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its Informational Network

A Comprehensive Disability Rights Law On July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law, representing a consequential improvement in civil rights for people with disabilities. The law prohibits discrimination based on disability and guarantees people with disabilities equal opportunity to participate in society. The ADA also affirmed a national expectation that people … Read more

The Pacific ADA Center

Decades after the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), gaps in legal compliance, information and accessibility still impact the daily lives of people with disabilities. There remains a great need for resources that offer education and guidance to businesses, organizations and local governments on how to implement ADA policies. At the same time, … Read more