• The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed in 1990 to prevent discrimination against people with disabilities in the workplace and in employment.

  • ADA applies to all private businesses with 15 or more employees.
  • It also applies to government employers, employment agencies and trade unions.
  • The ADA has also increased accessibility and mobility for people with disabilities by requiring automatic doorways, ramps and wheelchair accessible elevators in public spaces and businesses.