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Research and Resources

The Rocky Mountain ADA Center conducts comprehensive research that examines the implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and barriers to implementation, throughout our region. This research is academically rigorous and is designed to inform our services while advancing the practical application of disability-related research in real-world settings.

Research projects are funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR). They do not necessarily represent the policy of NIDILRR, ACL, or HHS, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.

PDFs and legacy research content

What are the ADA compliance requirements for funding opportunities through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)?

Are Vacation Rental Property businesses subject to the ADA?

How many "drive-by" lawsuits have been filed in the Rocky Mountain Region? 

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Research

The ADA and Riding or Driving with Rideshare Companies like Uber and LYFT

What do riders and drivers need to understand regarding the ADA before riding with or driving for a rideshare company?
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Research

Can Title II or III entities request documentation of a disability for an individual to receive a reasonable modification under the ADA?

Learn what kind of documentation an entity may request of an individual with disabilities under Title II and Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act
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Research

Are colleges and universities required to have accessible vehicles to transport students with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act?

This report examines whether colleges and universities must have accessible vehicles for students with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Research

The Intersection of Disability and Food Insecurity: Challenges and Solutions

Food insecurity rates are significantly higher among adults with disabilities compared to those without disabilities.
General Resource

Rocky Mountain Region Demographics Report

This report summarizes findings from the U.S. Census and ADA-PARC (ADA Participation Action Research Consortium) and shows the number of individuals in different racial and ethnic groups in the service area of the Rocky Mountain ADA Center.
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Research

Reasonable accommodations for people with diabetes under Title I of the ADA

This report explores what protections individuals with diabetes are entitled to under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the context of employment.
Knowledge Translation

When is gender dysphoria considered a disability under the ADA?

A more conversational approach to our full research report on gender dysphoria.
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Research

Students with disabilities in clinical and internship placements and the ADA

Students participating in internships and other experiential placements are not entitled to Title I ADA protection unless they are considered employees.

Spanish Language Outreach Project Infographics

Infographics on how the Spanish Language Outreach Project is performing and how ADA information can be better delivered to Spanish-speaking communities.
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Research

Spanish Language Outreach Project

This report goes over stage one of the Spanish Language Outreach (SLO), a five-year collaborative national initiative of the ADA National Network.