What does the ADA specifically govern?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) specifically addresses discrimination against individuals with disabilities, particularly focusing on physical and mental impairments that substantially limit one or more major life activities. This landmark legislation was enacted to ensure that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. The ADA covers various aspects of public life, including employment, public accommodations, and telecommunications, thereby promoting accessibility and inclusion across a wide range of settings.

Regarding public transportation policies and housing discrimination, those areas are governed by different laws. For example, the transportation policies more closely relate to the Rehabilitation Act and specific regulations related to public transit under the ADA but are not the primary focus of the ADA itself. Housing discrimination is primarily governed by the Fair Housing Act, which prohibits discriminatory practices in housing based on various factors, including disability. Academic performance standards do not fall under the ADA's purview; those would relate more to educational policy and standards defined by different educational laws and regulations, not specifically under the ADA.