Equip for Equality

Bus and Rapid Rail Travel & People with Disabilities

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law. The ADA does not require that public transportation be provided in every community where people live. However, if public bus and/or rapid rail service is provided, it must comply with ADA requirements for accessibility for people with disabilities. The ADA covers bus and rail vehicles, transportation facilities (rail stations, bus stops, etc.), and bus and rail service. Providers of public fixed-route bus and/or rapid rail service must also provide ADA Paratransit service (origin-to-destination transportation for people with disabilities who cannot use the bus or rail system all or some of the time).

Relevant Links

Easter Seal Project ACTION: Frequently Asked Questions about Transportation and People with Disabilities

Federal Transit Administration (FTA): ADA Webpage

Federal Transit Administration (FTA): Questions and Answers Concerning Common Wheelchairs and Public Transit

Pace Accessible Fixed Route Bus Service

U.S. Department of Transporation: Emergency Preparedness and Individuals with Disabilities

Documents

Information about Upcoming Meetings in Chicago & Suburbs re Transportation & People with Disabilities - including meetings for Access Living et al. v. CTA Class Members and other interested parties (Word Doc).

Video Links

ADA Paratransit in the Real World Training