White House Seeks to Limit Disability Lawsuits Against Federal Agencies

Attorneys with the U.S. Department of Justice are arguing that people with disabilities do not have the right to sue federal agencies under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, according to court filings. The position is part of the Trump administration’s broader effort to change how disability discrimination claims against federal agencies are handled. Section 504 is a key federal protection for people with disabilities, making the dispute significant for disability rights and enforcement. Advocates warn that limiting private lawsuits could reduce an important avenue for challenging discrimination. The administration’s position could ultimately affect how Section 504 protections are enforced against federal agencies.

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