The Americans with Disabilities Act provides an important tool to fight discrimination: filing a complaint with an appropriate federal agency.
If you believe that you or someone else was discriminated against based on a disability, you can file an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) complaint against:
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a state government or local government, such as a:
- public hospital
- public school
- other state or local government program
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a private business that serves the public, such as a:
- restaurant
- doctor’s office
- shop
- hotel
Important notes:
- You may submit your complaint online or by mail
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If a reasonable accommodation is required to submit a complaint, please contact the ADA Information Line:
- Voice: 1-800-514-0301
- TTY: 1-800-610-1264
- For current detailed instructions and contact info, please see the "File a Complaint" page.
For additional information, take a look at the following resources:
Federal Agencies and Resources
Federal ADA Regulations and Standards