ACCESS Act of 2026. ADA Compliance for Customer Entry to Stores...
To amend the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 to promote compliance through education, to clarify the requirements for demand letters, to provide for a notice and cure period before the commencement of a private civil action, and for other purposes.
The ACCESS Act of 2026 aims to enhance compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for businesses. It does this by focusing on educating businesses about ADA requirements and clarifying the process for sending demand letters. The bill also introduces a notice and cure period, giving businesses a chance to fix issues before facing legal action. This legislation seeks to ensure that individuals with disabilities have better access to stores and sites.
The bill would affect businesses that serve the public, including stores, restaurants, and other public venues. It would require these businesses to ensure their locations are accessible to people with disabilities, providing them with clear guidelines and a process for resolving accessibility issues. If businesses fail to comply, they would be notified and given an opportunity to address the issues before any legal action is taken.
HB8396 was introduced on April 21, 2026, and was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary on the same day. It has bipartisan support, with sponsors from both the Republican and Democratic parties. The bill is in its early stages, currently being reviewed by the committee.
