Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act - Frequently Asked Questions

A.3.i - What are the "Covered Actions"?

The requirements of Section 508 apply to an agency’s procurement of EIT, as well as to the agency’s development, maintenance, or use of EIT. These Questions and Answers address issues related to an agency’s procurement of EIT. (Individuals with disabilities may only enforce Section 508 with respect to procurements. However, they may also enforce rights under Sections 501 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which impose related obligations on agencies).