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MA S1441

Relative to the Architectural Access Board


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the Architectural Access Board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill updates the provisions of the Architectural Access Board (AAB) in Massachusetts. Key changes include: 1. Expanding the AAB board membership to include more representatives from advocacy groups for persons with disabilities. 2. Broadening the definition of "buildings" to include not just public buildings, but also areas not generally open to the public, to ensure accessibility for persons with disabilities. 3. Aligning the state's accessibility requirements with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. 4. Expanding accessibility requirements to include not just buildings, but also other facilities like parking lots and walkways. 5. Updating terminology from "physically handicapped persons" to "persons with a disability" throughout the law. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen and modernize Massachusetts' architectural accessibility laws to better protect and accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (18)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see S2676 (on 05/04/2020)

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