ADA lawsuit rules would require 30-day notice before court filing
In markupH.R. 6453Latest action
Sponsor: Michael Lawler · Representative · NY
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Official title: ADA 30 Days to Comply Act
119th Congress
Topics: Rights & liberties
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HR 6453 requires disabled people to notify businesses of ADA barriers and wait 30 days before filing an accessibility lawsuit.
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What does this do?
HR 6453 changes how lawsuits over physical accessibility barriers under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) can be filed. Before going to court, a person must send the business a written notice describing the specific barrier, such as a missing ramp or a narrow doorway. The business then has 30 days to fix the problem or submit a written plan with a timeline for doing so.
Who does it affect?
This bill affects people with disabilities who encounter physical barriers at businesses and public places. It also affects business owners and operators who must respond to written complaints within the required timeframe.
Why does it matter?
If a business ignores the notice or fails to follow through on its plan, the person may then file a lawsuit. Critics of this approach argue it could delay justice for people with disabilities or allow some businesses to avoid consequences by making promises without following through.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedDec 4, 2025
- House committeeYou are here · Mar 26, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 16 - 8.