What is defined as a covered public entity under the CAA that may be held responsible for correcting a substantiated violation of disability access and accommodations rights?
The term “public entity,” as used in the CAA, means an entity that provides public services, programs, or activities. These entities include all offices of the House of Representatives and Senate (including district offices); all committees of Congress; the Capitol Guide Service; the Capitol Police; the Congressional Budget Office; the Office of the Architect of the Capitol; the Office of the Attending Physician; and the Office of Compliance.
