Provides a summary of information about the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) reporting and other requirements for over-the-road buses (OTRBs) under its Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations.
The American with Disabilities Act's (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines for over-the-road buses and systems.
Access Board accessibility guidelines for intercity rail cars and systems.
Information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines regarding over-the-road buses.
Information from the Department of Justice on Greyhound's improvements to accessible bus service.
Information about mass transit for people who are blind or visually impaired.
Information from Amtrak regarding their services for passengers with disabilities.
Information from the U.S. Department of Transportation on bus and transit accessibility, including transportation for individuals with disabilities.
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration guides and regulatory information for commercial motor carriers and their passengers.
A Web site for students with disabilities with fun activities, games, opportunities for sharing stories and information resources on transit for students.
National association of organizations and individuals committed to removing barriers to isolation and to improving mobility for all people. Its National Resource Center for Human Service Transportation Coordination (NRC) provides information and advice about public transportation and coordination of transit and medical care, employment, education and services for senior citizens and people with disabilities.
Information on the public benefits of accessible transportation.
Information from the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding new laws concerning people with disabilities and accessibility of commuter and intercity rail stations.
Information about assistance for customers with disabilities.
Information about how to make reservations for Amtrak travel.
Online technical assistance resources related to the use of mobility aids on transportation services.
Search for accessible transportation providers based in a city and state.
A program of grants to help private operators of over-the-road buses finance a portion of their costs in complying with unique aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act that pertain to these vehicles and their operations.
Disability law guidance regarding Federal Transit Administration 5311 funds to a private entity operating a fixed route service.
Federal Transit Administration contacts for any questions or concerns regarding public transportation for persons with disabilities.
Resources specifically designed to facilitate the use of public transportation for students and young adults with disabilities.
Information on transportation issues for persons with disabilities and travel training instructors.
Addresses the question of whether transportation entities should permit the "Segway" personal transportation device to be used on transportation vehicles when used as a mobility device by people with disabilities.
Accessibility specialist Don Kloehn conducted a two-part training session on May 7 and May 21 on the use of Project ACTION's how-to manual which provides guidelines for optimal bus stop design.
This how-to manual from Easter Seals Project ACTION provides guidelines for optimal bus stop design including a comprehensive assessment tool. Addresses shelter design, lighting, security, pedestrian environment, signage, wayfinding, technology, urban/rural considerations and organizational collaboration.
Information on a travel assistant device that could be installed on GPS-enabled cell phones to help people be independent in their travels.
Reference guide on how to use public transportation for people with disabilities who can¿t read. It should be used as part of a travel training program that teaches people with disabilities how to use public transportation. This link opens a PDF document.
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