508 [ HIGH-QUALITY ]

: All departments under the U.S. government.

: Providing alt-text for images and transcripts for audio/video content. : All departments under the U

: Maintaining a minimum color contrast ratio (typically 4.5:1) to assist users with low vision or color blindness. : Maintaining a minimum color contrast ratio (typically 4

: Ensuring digital assets work seamlessly with assistive technologies like screen readers and speech recognition software. Who Must Comply? Section 508 applies to a specific range of organizations: Section 508 applies to a specific range of

is a critical United States federal law that mandates all electronic and information technology (EIT) developed, procured, maintained, or used by federal agencies be accessible to people with disabilities. Established as an amendment to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 , it ensures that federal employees and members of the public with disabilities have access to information comparable to those without disabilities. Core Requirements and Standards