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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.

  • Integrating Section 508 into Policy Review Step-by-step guidance for federal agencies on integrating Section 508 into the policy and directives review process to ensure accessible ICT, strengthen governance, and prevent compliance and legal risk. Created July 2026.
  • Understanding ICT Micro-Purchases Guide to buying accessible ICT under the micro-purchase threshold, covering Section 508 requirements, standards, and buyer responsibilities. Created July 2026.
  • How to Create an Accessibility Conformance Report Using A Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT®) Instructs users about how to develop an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) using a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT®) Updated June, 2026: Update to clarify that other government agencies acting as providers (vendors) are responsible for creating and maintaining ACRs for their ICT.
  • Accessibility Conformance Report/Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT®) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Frequently asked questions on the Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) and the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT®) Updated June, 2026: Update to add the question, "Who creates ICT product ACRs?," to clarify that other government agencies acting as providers (vendors) are responsible for creating and maintaining ACRs for their ICT.
  • Accessibility Bytes No. 19: Accessible Spreadsheets Did you know that a poorly structured spreadsheet can be unreadable for someone using a screen reader—even if all the data is present? Spreadsheets are often used to share critical data, reports, and analysis. Without accessibility, users who rely on assistive technology—or who need to clearly understand the structure—may not be able to interpret or navigate the information. Created June 2026.
  • Accessibility Presentations and Workshop Materials Access downloadable presentations and workshop materials from IT Accessibility Community Meetings, IAAF and other GSA hosted events. Updated June, 2026.
  • Play 5: Develop a Section 508 Program Team Integrate accessibility into design, coding, and development processes to ensure federal ICT solutions meet Section 508 standards for all users. Updated June, 2026.
  • Managing a Section 508 Help Desk A Section 508 Help Desk helps federal agencies manage ICT accessibility by providing a centralized, accountable process for reporting barriers, delivering expert guidance, coordinating remediation, and supporting Section 508 compliance—whether implemented as a standalone accessibility help desk or integrated into an existing agency IT Help Desk. Created June 2026.

Reviewed/Updated: July 2026

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