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The U.S. DOJ has issued an interim final rule extending key compliance deadlines for state and local governments under the ADA’s web accessibility requirements. Cities and other local governments with populations of 50,000 or more now have until April 26, 2027 to comply, while smaller jurisdictions and special districts have until April 26, 2028.

After years of high-stakes litigation, the long-running case The Ardent Companies, LLC et al. City of Brookhaven has officially come to an end—and the final outcome is an important victory for municipal governments across Georgia.

Across Georgia, cities are increasingly recognizing that arts and culture are not simply amenities—they are essential infrastructure. From activating downtown spaces to attracting visitors and supporting small businesses, creative initiatives play a central role in community vitality.

The Georgia Supreme Court has vacated the Court of Appeals decision in City of Milton v. Chang and remanded, clarifying legal standards governing municipal liability for public rights-of-way. This ruling preserves the commonsense distinction between roadways intended for ordinary use of travel and adjacent areas within the right-of-way.

As Georgia works to improve literacy for students and adults, state and local leaders are using the America250 commemoration as an opportunity to strengthen civic education and engagement in communities across the state.