ADA vs. WCAG
While there’s no single regulation explicitly mandating website accessibility for private entities, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does come into play. Title III of the ADA requires “public accommodations” to provide equal access to their services. Some courts have interpreted this to include websites, essentially stating that websites shouldn’t discriminate against users with disabilities. The Department of Justice (DOJ) offers guidance, but doesn’t lay out specific requirements. They state: “Businesses and state and local governments can currently choose how they will ensure that the programs, services, and goods they provide online are accessible to people with disabilities.” (ADA.gov)