To help limit the spread of the Coronavirus, many states are requiring people to wear face coverings in places open to the public. But there are cards circulating online and on social media that say the holder has a disability that prevents them from wearing a mask, and that it’s illegal for any business to ask them to disclose their condition. Variations of the card include the seal of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), one of the federal agencies responsible for enforcing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
The fact is, these cards aren’t issued or endorsed by DOJ, or any other federal agency. DOJ urges the public not to rely on the information contained in these postings, and to visit ADA.gov for ADA information issued by the agency.
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Caroline, This is a moderated blog; FTC staff read all the comments before they are posted. Our replies aren't automated. And when we reply, we try to direct people to the best resources. Sometimes those resources are experts outside the FTC.
In this case, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is one of the federal agencies responsible for enforcing the Americans with Disabilities Act. DOJ urges people to visit ADA.gov for ADA information issued by that agency. So when people ask about their rights, we've said you can visit ADA.gov, or call 800-514-0301 or 800-514-0383 (TTY).
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