Michael Lawler (R-NY)
ADA 30 Days to Comply Act
A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 16 - 8.
Introduced, nothing more yet
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "ADA 30 Days to Comply Act," seeks to amend the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. It focuses on establishing a notice and cure period regarding architectural barriers in public accommodations. Under this act, a person cannot start a civil action unless they have provided specific written notice to the owner or operator. The bill sets requirements for how these barriers must be identified and addressed. It specifically outlines timelines for when an owner must respond or show progress in removing a barrier.
Yes
No question was scored yes.
The opposite
- Scored -3
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?
The bill creates additional procedural hurdles and waiting periods that must be navigated before a person with a disability can pursue legal action for architectural barriers.
- Scored -3
Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?
The bill imposes new procedural requirements and waiting periods before individuals with disabilities can initiate civil actions regarding architectural barriers.
- Scored -2
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?
The bill establishes a notice and cure period that limits the immediate ability of individuals to file lawsuits against property owners.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Protection against futile notice: The bill states that a person with a disability is not required to engage in a futile gesture if they have actual notice that an organization does not intend to comply with the law. (Section 2, Paragraph (1)(A))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Requirement of written notice before legal action: A person aggrieved by a failure to remove an architectural barrier may not commence a civil action unless they have first provided a written notice to the owner or operator. (Section 2, Paragraph (1)(B))
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Specific details required in notice: The written notice must include specific details such as the address of the property, whether a request for assistance was made, and if the barrier is permanent or temporary. (Section 2, Paragraph (1)(C))
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Wait period for response or progress: An owner or operator has a period of 30 days after receiving notice to provide a written description of improvements, or if they provide that description, a period of 30 days to make substantial progress in removing the barrier. (Section 2, Paragraph (1)(B)(ii))
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The bill creates additional procedural hurdles and waiting periods that must be navigated before a person with a disability can pursue legal action for architectural barriers.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The bill imposes new procedural requirements and waiting periods before individuals with disabilities can initiate civil actions regarding architectural barriers.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts? — The bill establishes a notice and cure period that limits the immediate ability of individuals to file lawsuits against property owners.
- 6/2/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/26/2026
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 16 - 8.
- 12/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/4/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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