Are ALDs required by law in certain places?
ALDs for public places are covered under Title III of the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990), unless a facility can prove that it creates an undue hardship to provide them. Examples of public places include movie theaters, museums, and public classes. The ADA specifies that ALD receivers be provided at no cost and specifies the number of receivers that must be provided depending on the number of seats (4% rule). The provision of ALDs may also be included under ADA Title I (employment accommodations) and Title II (accommodations provided by state and local governments), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (affecting federally funded agencies), and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The symbol below is often used at public places to indicate that ALDs are available.
