UNITED NATIONS Economic and Social Council E/CN.4/Sub.2/1990/NGO/30 27 Auqust 1990 Original: ENGLISH COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protection of Minorities Fortv-second session Aaenda item 7 THE NEW INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC ORDER AND THE PROMOTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS Written statement submitted by the International Commission for Health Professionals, for health and human rights, a non-governmental organization in consultative status (category II) The Secretary-General has received the following communication which is circulated in accordance with Economic and Social Council resolution 1296 (XLIV). [27 August 1990] GE.90-17467/4380a E/CN.4/Sub.2/1990/NGO/30 oaqe 2 Americans with Disabilities Act Statutory Deadlines I. Employment The ADA requirements become effective on: - 26 Julv 1992, for employers with 25 or more employees. 26 Julv 1994, for employers with 15-24 employees. II. Public accommodations The ADA requirements become effective on: - 26 January 1992, generally. 26 August 1990, for purchase or lease of new vehicles that are required to be accessible. - 26 January 1993, for new construction. Generally, lawsuits mav not be filed until 26 January 1992. In addition, except with respect to alterations, no lawsuit may be filed until: - 26 July 1992, against businesses with 25 or fewer employees and qross receipts of $1 million or less. 26 January 1993, aqainst businesses with 10 or fewer employees and qross receipts of $500,000 or less. III. Transportation A. Public bus systems The ADA requirements become effective on: - 26 January 1992, qenerallv. 26 Auqust 1990, for purchase or lease of new buses. B. Public rail systems - liqht, rapid, commuter, and intercity (Amtrak) rail The ADA requirements become effective on: 26 January 1992, qenerallv. - 26 Auqust 1990, for purchase or lease of new rail vehicles. Bv 26 July 1995, one car per train accessibility must be achieved. 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be a report or statement about the implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States. It provides a timeline for the effective dates of various provisions of the ADA, including employment, public accommodations, and transportation. The text does not discuss economic development, natural resources, or international trade, and it does not appear to be related to agriculture, forestry, fishing, culture, or science and technology. It is most likely related to employment and health, as it discusses accessibility and accommodation for people with disabilities.

**Category**
Employment, Health