How ClearGov Supports Compliance with Colorado‘s Digital ADA House Bill

In recent years, accessibility compliance has become a growing priority for government agencies across the country. Colorado has taken a particularly strong stance with the passage of Colorado House Bill HB21-1110, which mandates that all digital content and technology used by state and local governments, including school districts, meet accessibility standards. This means that websites, public documents, and more must be compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA to ensure equitable access for individuals with disabilities. You can view the full list of requirements on the Colorado House Bill HB21-1110 FAQ Webpage.

What Does HB21-1110 Require?

Colorado House Bill HB21-1110 requires that all digital content and technology used by state and local governments comply with the latest WCAG 2.1 AA by July 1, 2025. This includes websites, public-facing documents, online resources, and more—as well as internal digital tools used by government employees.

The bill aims to ensure equitable digital access for individuals with disabilities and brings state requirements in line with broader civil rights protections. Noncompliance is considered a civil rights violation under state law and may lead to legal action or financial penalties.

By expanding accessibility requirements beyond public websites to include internal systems, Colorado’s legislation stands out as one of the most comprehensive in the nation. It underscores the importance for agencies to act now to identify and close any accessibility gaps before the July deadline.

How ClearGov Helps Colorado Agencies

While HB21-1110 introduces wide-reaching digital accessibility requirements, ClearGov is purpose-built to support public-facing compliance needs—especially in areas managed by finance departments. From budget books and financial reports to strategic plans and capital project updates, ClearGov offers web-based solutions with public communication tools that make it simple for agencies to meet their responsibilities under the law.

ClearGov’s web-based communication solutions are not only ADA-compliant to meet WCAG 2.1 AA requirements by default, but they’re also designed to help agencies easily add content that is engaging and transparent. This provides peace of mind for teams navigating the complexities of HB21-1110—empowering them to share vital public information in a way that is accessible to all residents.

ADA-Compliant Tools Designed for Public Engagement

ClearGov recognizes the importance of ADA compliance and has taken proactive steps to develop its public-facing communication tools to produce web-based solutions that meet these essential accessibility standards. These tools include Strategic Planning, Capital Project Tracking, Digital Budget Book, Digital Financial Reporting, and Transparency.

Take a look at our WCAG 2.1 Level AA Checklist for more details!

Practical Benefits That Support Compliance

ClearGov’s suite of tools helps agencies fulfill a critical part of HB21-1110 by simplifying the creation of accessible digital content. By using ClearGov, agencies can:

• Automatically generate ADA-compliant, web-based documents that meet the accessibility standards outlined in HB21-1110, including online budget books, financial reports, strategic plans and capital improvement plans. 
• Add custom content and make it accessible: Beyond being ADA-compliant by default, ClearGov empowers users to add custom content like images, infographics, and charts in an ADA-friendly way. Users can easily add alt-text descriptions to ensure this content is accessible to individuals with disabilities.
• Deliver content that is screen reader-compatible: ClearGov’s web-based documents allow screen readers to easily navigate pages and sections—without requiring agencies to manually structure a traditional PDF for accessibility.
• Create flexible, compliant documents using blank templates in tools like Digital Budget Book and Strategic Planning—ideal for building a range of web-based materials without relying on complex ADA remediation tools.
• Stay ahead of evolving standards, thanks to regular ClearGov platform updates that ensure continued WCAG 2.1 AA compliance as accessibility regulations change.

Making Compliance Easy for Finance Teams

While accessibility compliance can seem daunting, ClearGov simplifies the process by eliminating manual remediation efforts. Instead of struggling with complex compliance requirements, finance teams can focus on creating clear, informative documents—knowing they will be fully accessible out of the box.

As Colorado agencies prepare for the upcoming July 2025 compliance deadline, leveraging solutions like ClearGov can help finance departments stay ahead of requirements while improving transparency and public engagement.

The Bottom Line

Colorado House Bill HB21-1110 presents both a challenge and an opportunity for local governments. While the bill sets a high bar for accessibility, it also paves the way for more inclusive, transparent communication. ClearGov supports Colorado agencies by providing ADA-compliant public-facing tools that help fulfill a critical portion of the law’s requirements.

With ClearGov, finance teams can meet compliance standards with ease—without sacrificing clarity, design, or efficiency. It’s a practical, forward-thinking solution for agencies looking to prepare confidently ahead of the July 2025 deadline.

Schedule a demo today to learn more about how ClearGov can support your agency’s accessibility compliance efforts.