Did you know . . .
The ADA establishes the rights of people with disabilities in public settings such as stores,
hotels, movie theaters, hospitals, parks, schools, public transportation, and government buildings.
The Fair Housing
Act establishes the rights of people with disabilities in residential settings such as apartment buildings and residential
developments.
The Air Carrier Access Act establishes the rights of people with disabilities in air travel.
The
rules for service animals, or assistance animals, are different under these three laws.
For more information, see the
Department's booklet A Guide to Disability Rights Laws. http://www.ada.gov/cguide.htm