As federal priorities evolve under the new administration, businesses face critical questions about the future of accessibility compliance. In a recent episode of the A11y Insights Podcast with Ken Nakata of Converge Accessibility, Thomas Logan of Equal Entry, and Michal Nowicki, Senior Associate Attorney at The CommLaw Group, shared his expert perspective on the potential regulatory and legal impacts on accessibility.
Key Takeaways:
- Shifting Federal Priorities: Michal discussed the reduced focus on certain accessibility regulations under previous administrations and how these shifts may affect compliance risks moving forward.
- Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS): Innovations in TRS, such as automatic speech recognition, could be a bright spot in accessibility advancement, despite potential federal rollbacks in other areas.
- State-Level Litigation: ADA-related lawsuits continue to grow under state laws, making accessibility compliance a priority for businesses across industries.
Why This Matters
Michal brings a unique lens to this conversation as a blind attorney with deep expertise in the 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act (CVAA). His work advocating for audio description and digital accessibility equips him to provide actionable insights for businesses navigating this complex landscape.
Listen to the Podcast
To hear Michal’s full conversation and gain deeper insights into accessibility compliance under the new administration, listen to the episode on A11y Insights Podcast.