New York S05788 mandates accessibility for people with disabilities in contracts involving information and communication technologies (ICTs).

New York S05788 amends the state finance law to require that contracts involving information and communication technologies (ICTs) be accessible to people with disabilities. ICTs include communication devices, applications, and services. The ability of a prospective contractor to meet these accessibility requirements must be considered when awarding contracts. The bill applies to contracts entered into after its effective date.

New York S05788 mandates accessibility for people with disabilities in contracts involving information and communication technologies (ICTs).

New York S05788 amends the state finance law to require that contracts involving information and communication technologies (ICTs) be accessible to people with disabilities. ICTs include communication devices, applications, and services. The ability of a prospective contractor to meet these accessibility requirements must be considered when awarding contracts. The bill applies to contracts entered into after its effective date.