Understanding Digital Accessibility Laws and Rules
Digital Accessibility Requirements
UT Tyler is a public institution. That means federal and state laws require us to ensure our digital content, systems, and services are accessible to people with disabilities. These requirements apply to everyone who creates, uses, or manages digital information.
UT Tyler follows state and federal accessibility requirements for digital content, websites, services, and electronic and information resources.
Below are key laws, rules, and guidance that support digital accessibility work across the university. For help applying these requirements, contact the Digital Accessibility team.
Federal Government
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Provides the federal civil rights framework for accessibility and nondiscrimination for people with disabilities
- ADA Title II Web Accessibility Rule Fact Sheet Explains web and mobile app accessibility requirements for state and local government services.
Texas Government
- 1 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 206 Outlines accessibility requirements for Texas state agency websites and web-based information.
- 1 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 213 Outlines accessibility requirements for electronic and information resources used by Texas state agencies and institutions.
- Texas Government Code 2054.451 §M Establishes requirements for access to electronic and information resources by individuals with disabilities.
Industry Standards
- WCAG 2.1 Defines the required Level AA standard UT Tyler uses for digital accessibility.
- WCAG Quick Reference Guide Provides a filterable reference for reviewing WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA success criteria.
- Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) Provides accessibility guidance and resources for websites, digital content, and web-based technology.