The European Accessibility Act (EAA) was adopted by the European Union in 2019 to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. EU countries must bring the EAA into national law by June 28, 2022, and fully implement its requirements by June 28, 2025.
The EAA requires that products and services such as computers, smartphones, e-books, websites, banking services, and public transport ticketing machines be accessible to people with disabilities. Each country in the EU is responsible for creating and enforcing laws that ensure businesses follow these accessibility standards. This means they must monitor compliance, provide guidance to companies, and offer ways for individuals to report problems or file complaints when accessibility is not met. By taking these steps, EU countries help build a more inclusive society for everyone.