The revised regulations for the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) were published today in the Federal Register. They become effective in 60 days.

As I’m sure most of you are aware, the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (“ADAAA”) has been effective since January 1, 2009.  This new law essentially expanded the definition of the word “disability” as used under the ADA, and it is now easier for individuals to seek protection under the ADA and establish that they have a “disability” within the meaning of the ADA.

The new law also directed the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) to amend its regulations to comport with the new ADAAA.  The EEOC issued the new regulations yesterday afternoon, and announced that they would be published in the Federal Register today.

You can view a copy of the new ADAAA regulations here.