Disabled Access Credit Modernization Act
Latest action (21 Jul 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.R. 9809, the Disabled Access Credit Modernization Act, would amend the federal tax code's existing disabled access credit (Section 44), which allows eligible small businesses to claim a tax credit for expenses related to accessibility for people with disabilities. The bill broadens the categories of qualifying expenditures—covering barrier removal, interpreters, readers, adaptive equipment, and other accommodations—and clarifies that expenses can qualify even if they exceed, or aren't required by, the Americans with Disabilities Act. It also formally defines "reasonable accommodation" within the credit's rules and makes several technical and conforming changes to the statute's language and numbering.
The bill primarily affects small businesses that make accessibility-related investments, potentially expanding their eligibility for the tax credit beyond what current ADA compliance requires. It also directs the Treasury Department, working with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, to issue implementing guidance within 12 months, and requires Treasury—alongside the Small Business Administration and the National Council on Disability—to conduct public outreach informing small businesses and disability advocacy networks about the credit. A report to Congress assessing that outreach is due within 24 months. The changes would apply to amounts paid after December 31, 2026.
The bill was introduced on July 21, 2026, by Rep. Sarah McBride with a Republican co-sponsor, and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. It has not yet received committee action, a floor vote, or Senate consideration, and its future progress is uncertain at this stage.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on July 21, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9809 do?
- H.R. 9809, the Disabled Access Credit Modernization Act, would amend the federal tax code's existing disabled access credit (Section 44), which allows eligible small businesses to claim a tax credit for expenses related to accessibility for people with disabilities. The bill broadens the categories of qualifying expenditures—covering barrier removal, interpreters, readers, adaptive equipment, and other accommodations—and clarifies that expenses can qualify even if they exceed, or aren't required by, the Americans with Disabilities Act. It also formally defines "reasonable accommodation" within the credit's rules and makes several technical and conforming changes to the statute's language and numbering. The bill primarily affects small businesses that make accessibility-related investments, potentially expanding their eligibility for the tax credit beyond what current ADA compliance requires. It also directs the Treasury Department, working with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, to issue implementing guidance within 12 months, and requires Treasury—alongside the Small Business Administration and the National Council on Disability—to conduct public outreach informing small businesses and disability advocacy networks about the credit. A report to Congress assessing that outreach is due within 24 months. The changes would apply to amounts paid after December 31, 2026. The bill was introduced on July 21, 2026, by Rep. Sarah McBride with a Republican co-sponsor, and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. It has not yet received committee action, a floor vote, or Senate consideration, and its future progress is uncertain at this stage.
- Has H.R. 9809 become law?
- Not yet. As of 21 Jul 2026, H.R. 9809 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9809?
- H.R. 9809 was sponsored by Rep. Sarah McBride [D-DE] (Democrat-DE), with 6 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9809?
- Introduced (21 Jul 2026).
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