AccessLumens - US city website accessibility audit research

Show HN: 92% of US city websites fail ADA accessibility

AccessLumens reveals the critical state of digital inclusion in US local government, exposing that 42% of city websites still harbor critical accessibility barriers despite the April 2026 ADA Title II deadline. This comprehensive research scans 221 major municipalities to uncover how CMS vendors like CivicPlus, Granicus, and WordPress impact compliance rates. By analyzing specific WCAG 2.1 failures, the report highlights that high overall scores often mask life-altering barriers for residents using assistive technology. It serves as an urgent call to action for government officials to audit their platforms and ensure essential services remain accessible to all citizens.

"A city site can score 93/100 and still lock a resident out of paying a water bill."