Feds Ditch Disability Rules for New Government Buildings
Published Date: 5/16/2025
Rule
Summary
This update changes the rules for new buildings funded by the government, removing some disability-related construction requirements. It affects anyone involved in federally funded projects, making it easier and faster to build without extra costs tied to those specific rules. The change kicks in right away, helping save time and money while still supporting fair access.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Fewer construction rules for federally funded builds
The rule removes certain new-construction requirements tied to disability nondiscrimination for buildings in federally assisted programs or activities. If you build or manage federally funded projects, the change reduces some construction requirements and is effective immediately.
Change reduces disability nondiscrimination requirements
The rule rescinds certain construction requirements related to disability nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities. If you are a person with a disability, this change removes some rules meant to protect accessibility in new federally assisted buildings, and it takes effect immediately.
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