Pennsylvania ADA Website Compliance Guide

🏛️ PENNSYLVANIA: PHILADELPHIA ENFORCEMENT EPICENTER

4,977 Government Entities including 2,560 cities and 500 school districts face compliance deadlines. Third-largest government website compliance challenge in the nation.

🎯 Major Settlement Precedents:
• Philadelphia County: $92,000 (largest documented county settlement)
• Pittsburgh Public Schools: $76,000 (significant education sector case)

⚖️ Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA): Chapter 43 allows private civil actions with attorney fees and compensatory damages. More robust enforcement mechanism than federal ADA alone.

📊 Municipal Density Risk: With 2,560 incorporated places, PA has the highest municipal density in the US. Each municipality faces individual compliance obligations.

🏫 Education Sector Vulnerability: 500 school districts with documented litigation. Pittsburgh settlement signals systematic targeting of educational institutions.

⏰ Critical Timeline: Given 26 recent lawsuits and proven willingness of plaintiffs to pursue large settlements, early remediation essential before April 2026 deadline.