Spotlight: Ground Transportation
The transportation sector, including Federal agencies, local transit systems, and private entities must innovate and provide services in a way that empowers individuals with disabilities to travel independently in their communities.
United Spinal joined forces with other interested stakeholders to form the SecureRide Coalition to establish universal wheelchair securement standards across all modes of transportation.
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News
Expanding Access to Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles
35 years after the signing of the ADA, millions of people with disabilities still face significant disadvantages when it comes to accessible transportation.
Why Wheelchair Users Deserve Better Tie-Downs Than Hope and Straps
We are building a universal wheelchair securement system.
Help DOT improve access in the public right of way
Help make public right-of-ways accessible for all people with disabilities.
Pathways of Empowerment: U.S. Access Board’s Rule Bolsters Accessibility
The U.S. Access Board issued its final rule that provides minimum guidelines for the accessibility of pedestrian facilities in the public right-of-way.
New Bill Aims to Improve Accessible Transportation
The Disability Access to Transportation Act aims to make accessible transportation a reality.
The Future is Inclusive (and Here’s How We Get There)
United Spinal Association is making the world more inclusive for wheelchair users and all people with disabilities.