Accessibility

Our agency helps ensure that people with disabilities have full access to private businesses and to government facilities, programs and services. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Working to remove architectural barriers and improve mobility
Ensuring that necessary aids and services are provided for people with communication disabilities, such as sign language interpreters for people with deafness and Braille text for people with visual impairments
Advocating to modify policies so that persons with disabilities have equal access

These resources are provided for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for the advice of an attorney.

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Featured Resources

How to File a Complaint Under the Americans with Disabilities Act

How to file a complaint under Title II or III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. To file under Title I (employment) see our handout on Employment Discrimination. Continue reading How to File a Complaint Under the Americans with Disabilities Act

Handouts

Beyond High School: Your Rights at College, Trade School, and More

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are the two main laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities in universities, colleges, and other postsecondary institutions. In Texas, Chapter 121 of the Texas Human Resources Code provides additional protection to people with disabilities.

Note that postsecondary institutions are not covered by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Continue reading Beyond High School: Your Rights at College, Trade School, and More

Accessibility and Safety During and After a Disaster or Emergency

If you are having problems such as inaccessible communications, shelter that won’t allow your service animal or make other accommodations, or figuring out how to apply for FEMA services, this handout can help you navigate an emergency or disaster in your community. Continue reading Accessibility and Safety During and After a Disaster or Emergency

COVID-19 and Students with Disabilities in College

Disability Rights Texas addresses four situations that college students with disabilities may experience because of the Coronavirus or COVID-19. Continue reading COVID-19 and Students with Disabilities in College

Disability Discrimination in Correctional Facilities

This handout provides information about possible agencies, complaint procedures and deadlines that often apply when a person with a disability has a complaint against a prison, jail or juvenile justice facility. Continue reading Disability Discrimination in Correctional Facilities

HEB Providing “Talking” Prescriptions: Collaboration between HEB, ACB Texas, and DRTx

HEB announced that it provides ScripTalk talking prescription labels for prescription medications through nine of its Austin and San Antonio area retail pharmacies. The ScripTalk labels provide a safe, confidential, and convenient way to access information on prescription labels for individuals who cannot read standard print. Continue reading HEB Providing “Talking” Prescriptions: Collaboration between HEB, ACB Texas, and DRTx

Publications

Ensuring Equal Access to Justice for Those Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Every day, Texas Justices of the Peace interact with diverse individuals whose lives are being directly impacted by our justice system. Some of these individuals are deaf or hard of hearing. Texas JPs and their court staff play a key role in ensuring equal access to justice for these individuals. This handout provides guidelines to… Continue reading Ensuring Equal Access to Justice for Those Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

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Videos

Your Rights at College

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Watch Your Rights at College.

DRTx Legal Tip Video Series: Rights and Responsibilities of Service Animal Owners

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Watch DRTx Legal Tip Video Series: Rights and Responsibilities of Service Animal Owners.