What's New on Section508.gov?

Stay up to date with the latest additions and changes to Section508.gov. This page displays the most recent content updates—making it easy to find new accessibility training, tools, guidance, and policy updates.

FY 2025 Governmentwide Section 508 Assessment — The FY 2025 Governmentwide Section 508 Assessment, prepared and submitted by the General Services Administration to Congress in coordination with OMB and the U.S. Access Board, presents federal ICT accessibility findings, establishes a new governmentwide benchmark, highlights agency implementation and conformance, and outlines strategic opportunities to enhance digital accessibility and IT modernization. (March 2026)
Understanding Federal ICT Accessibility Outcomes: Key Findings from the FY25 Governmentwide Section 508 Assessment (Blog) — The General Services Administration (GSA) recently released the FY25 Governmentwide Section 508 Assessment, continuing an effort mandated by Congress to evaluate the accessibility of federal agencies' digital content and compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. (March 2026)
Section 508 Program Manager Competency Guide — Section 508 Program Manager Competency Guide outlining skills, training, career paths, and certification options for federal accessibility leaders, adapted from Office of Personnel Management guidance. (March 2026)
ICT Accessibility and Risk Management — Learn how to apply risk management principles to ICT accessibility to be comfortable identifying, assessing and analyzing ICT accessibility risks. (February 2026)
Glossary of Section 508 Terms — Access a comprehensive glossary of Section 508 terms and definitions, including key concepts like Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACR), Assistive Technology (AT), and Audio Descriptions (AD). This resource aids in understanding and implementing accessibility standards for information and communication technology (ICT). (February 2026)

Reviewed/Updated: March 2026