Government Website Accessibility Audit & Section 508 Compliance
Ensure your federal, state, or local government website meets Section 508 requirements and WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
Government Accessibility Regulations
Section 508
ADA Title II
WCAG 2.1 AA
21st Century IDEA Act
Common Accessibility Issues in Government Websites
Legacy systems with poor accessibility
Inaccessible PDFs and forms
Complex data tables and reports
Outdated content management systems
Inaccessible emergency notifications
Benefits of Government Website Accessibility
Meet federal Section 508 requirements
Comply with 21st Century IDEA Act
Serve all constituents equally
Avoid DOJ investigations and consent decrees
How A11yScan Helps Government Organizations
Comprehensive Audits
Full WCAG 2.1 AA testing covering all government-specific accessibility concerns and regulatory requirements.
Continuous Monitoring
24/7 monitoring catches accessibility issues before they become legal problems or user complaints.
Compliance Reporting
Generate VPATs, accessibility statements, and executive reports tailored for government compliance needs.
Frequently Asked Questions: Government Accessibility
What accessibility standard must government websites meet?
Federal agencies must meet Section 508, which references WCAG 2.0 AA (being updated to 2.1). State and local governments must comply with ADA Title II, typically meeting WCAG 2.1 AA.
What is the 21st Century IDEA Act?
The 21st Century Integrated Digital Experience Act requires federal agencies to modernize websites to be accessible, mobile-friendly, and user-centered. It strengthens Section 508 enforcement.
How can government agencies remediate legacy accessibility issues?
Start with a comprehensive audit, prioritize high-traffic and critical services, create accessible alternatives for legacy content, and implement an ongoing monitoring program.
Government Compliance by Standard
Explore detailed compliance requirements and guidance for government websites under each accessibility standard.
Government WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance
Ensure your government website meets WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreGovernment WCAG 2.2 Compliance
Ensure your government website meets WCAG 2.2 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreGovernment Section 508 Compliance
Ensure your government website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreGovernment ADA Compliance Compliance
Ensure your government website meets ADA Compliance accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreGovernment EN 301 549 Compliance
Ensure your government website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreAccessibility Audits for Other Industries
Healthcare Accessibility
Ensure your healthcare website meets WCAG 2.1 AA standards and provides equal access to all patients, including those with disabilities.
Finance Accessibility
Make your banking, investment, and financial services website accessible to all users and compliant with ADA requirements.
E-commerce Accessibility
Ensure your online store is accessible to all shoppers and compliant with ADA requirements to avoid lawsuits and increase sales.
Education Accessibility
Make your school, college, or university website accessible to all students and compliant with Section 508 and ADA.
Legal Accessibility
Ensure your law firm website is accessible and ADA compliant. Legal professionals should lead by example in digital accessibility.
Real Estate Accessibility
Make your real estate listings, property search, and agent websites accessible to all home buyers and renters.
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