Hearing Community

Government & Public Agencies

Government agencies play an important role in making public spaces accessible to people with hearing loss.

Find government offices, disability access agencies, and public programs that can provide information, assistance, or guidance on hearing accessibility.

United States

Federal Agencies

U.S. Department of Justice — ADA

Provides information and enforcement guidance related to the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Best for: ADA · Civil Rights · Public Access

Official Website

U.S. Access Board

Develops accessibility guidelines and standards for buildings, transportation, communication, and information technology.

Best for: Accessibility Standards · Buildings · Transportation

Official Website

Federal Communications Commission

Oversees communication accessibility requirements, including telecommunications services for people with hearing loss.

Best for: Communications · Telecommunications · Accessibility Complaints

Official Website

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