Complete Guide to Section 508 Compliance

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Section 508 requires federal agencies to make their electronic and information technology accessible to people with disabilities.

Key Requirements

Requirement Standard Deadline
Web Content WCAG 2.1 Level AA Varies by entity
Mobile Applications WCAG 2.1 Level AA Varies by entity
Documents PDF/UA or accessible formats Ongoing

Compliance Resources

Technical Standards

Detailed technical requirements and success criteria for compliance.

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Compliance Checklists

Step-by-step checklists to evaluate your organization's compliance.

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