Sect. 508 update in effect in 2018
Digital access for disabled
Federal agencies must be compliant with the recent update to Sect. 508 rules on digital access for people with disabilities as of Jan. 1, 2018.
The requirements apply to government websites, applications and other digital media. They apply to manufacturers, devices, software and products. Some agencies may obtain exemptions for legacy systems.
More information: US Access Board rule post: http://goo.gl/6qdwNw