Should the government require public transportation systems to be fully accessible to people with disabilities?

No

It all depends on the type of disabilities that they wish to make it accessible to, I take public transportation, and it Can be very uncomfortable being on a bus with people who have clear disabilities, in particular mental illnesses

Handicap people say they won't to be treated equally. Use transportation as-is or arrange for private transportation.

This question is too vague but, in principle, public transportation should be as accommodating as possible

The government needs to focus on the efficiency of the public transit systems before ensuring access for the disabled

No, the added costs of making all systems fully accessible may cost more than providing special door-to-door transportation for these individuals.

Yes for any new public transportation system that is being built or if one is being repaired; no for already existing networks.

No, helping the disabled is a priority, but reducing carbon emissions and economic efficiency is way more important

It should be mandated as practicable, but in instances where it is not, alternative solutions should be offered, such as taxi vouchers or assistance with rerouting.

No, people with disabilities that would such interfere with their ability to use transportation systems to such a extent also do not have the ability to be a functioning member of society. Although there still should be programs to take care of them as leaving them with nothing would be inhumane. Starting with programs and things like nursery homes and using more to fund research on uncurable diseases, illnesses, or disabilities would be more helpful.

Depends on situation, trains most likely yes but for example busses don't have to be for the whole fleet.

Yes but ALL services specifically for the disabled should also be free! Having said that if any business wants to give discounts or pick up the tab for a person with a disability they reserve the right to do so)

Local governments should decide this, and I don't have enough information on this subject to form a good opinion.

Yes, governments should require public transportation to be fully accessible for people with disabilities, as enshrined in laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure equal access to essential services and opportunities.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Mandatory Accessibility:
The ADA mandates that all forms of public transit, including buses, trains, and subways, are accessible to individuals with disabilities.
What this entails:
This includes implementing necessary features like wheelchair lifts, accessible seating, and specialized ramps to facilitate access for…  Read more people with various mobility challenges.
Why it's important:
Accessible public transportation is crucial for enabling individuals with disabilities to participate fully in society, fostering their independence, and allowing them to access employment, education, healthcare, and other essential services.
Government Role:
Government should prioritize funding for accessible transportation systems, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal access to public infrastructure and that funding is provided for retrofitting existing systems to be fully compliant with ADA.
Examples of Accessibility Features:
Beyond ramps and lifts, accessibility also includes accessible paths of travel, bus stops and shelters, curb ramps, doors, elevators, escalators, emergency alarms, fare collection, gates, turnstiles, grade crossings, and parking.
Complementary Paratransit Service:
The ADA requires that when a fixed route public transportation system is available, a complementary paratransit service (on-demand, door-to-door) must also be provided for people who cannot use the fixed route system due to disability.
Enforcing Compliance:
It is crucial for governments to have robust enforcement mechanisms in place to ensure that public transportation providers are holding up to their ADA obligations and that accessible transit options are available to all citizens.
Benefits of Accessibility:
Accessible public transport also benefi

I have disabilities who wish to blend in with the general people and not be treated like garbage. I do need a card to show the driver that I have mental disorders, though.

Yes, to common disabilities, like wheelchair-bound or blind passengers. And only in new, or currently renovating systems.

Yes up to the point of having a significant additional cost, but not past a 1% increase in net run budget.

Any new public transportation systems should be and allow users to know which they'll be able to ride or not before it gets to them.

They should require that all public transportation systems have an accessible option to complete their trip, but the entire system does not need to be accessible.

Fund nonprofit transportation. They have training and custom vehicles and door to door service, not curb to curb like public transport

Yes it would be very helpful but how will we be able to fund such big changes when we have problems like with New York City and their careless Taxi drivers

No, not realistic across the board, but reasonable accommodations should be implemented where it makes sense. We want them to have access, but it is a waste of money in instances where it is not used.

Fully accessible options should be available, but not necessarily every mode of transit needs to be fully accessible

No, support for people with disabilities is a nice addition to solve a particular problem, but in reality, the majority of Americans do not see public transport as a viable option. If public transport is more appealing then considerations for the disabled should be considered.

Yes as there should be a specifically designed carriage for people with disabilities, so that they have access by themselves and do not have to wait on the station staff and get stranded.

t would be too costly to accommodate every disability but minimally for those with mobility issues (such as wheelchair ramps and elevators) and perhaps braille for the blind to be able to maneuver with little or no assistance. Improving the current systems should have priority.

Yes, this doesn’t only help those who are disabled, it also makes access easier for those with kids in strollers

No, some facilities are far too costly to fully renovate for accessibility. When it is reasonable it should be encouraged.

Public transportation services should be available for people with disabilities, but general mass transit services should not face a requirement to accommodate

Yes, not every public transportation system should be required to have it, but there should be a resource in every town.

yes but I feel like if they have a wheelchair I feel like they should also be partly responsible with there choices of transportation but overall I think yes

See current discrimination laws and then allow free market principles to regulate private company actions.

Maybe there should be a separate vehicle/s for different disabilities so everybody is compensated for.

Yes, but only new builds and implementations. Refitting and remodeling would cost too much money.

Yes, public transportation isn't public if it is inaccessible

Yes, for all new purchases. Present vehicles are fine until they need to be replaced

Yes, it should be fully accesible to everyone including those with disabilities

Yes, but not to the detriment of the systems themselves or the able bodied people who use them

No because mandating things only ensures things don't get done properly. Let the free market handle it

generally yes, but depends on costs. no public transportation is worse than not-fully accessible transportation

Yes, and don't let disablied people go with normal people.

No, Stop letting the weak survive. Natural selection was made for a reason. . . .

Only for disabilities that are not a result of personal choice.

Local communities should require public transportation systems to be fully accessible to people with disabilities.

No, they should have their own city/private accomodation companies.

"Public" Transportation should be privatized and the Government shouldn't regulate it.

Yes, but only if there is no other disabilities-equipped public transport option for that route

Yes, with a discount for public transport due to the fact that working may be harder with specific disabilities

This should already be though out during the planning process for the transportation.

As long as public transportation is funded by taxpayers, which includes public-private partnerships, they must be fully accessible to all.

To the degree that public transportation is funded by taxpayers, which includes public-private transit partnerships, they must be fully accessible to everyone.

To the degree that govenment provides transportation services to the public - which would better be served by the private market - this publicly funded service must be accessible to all.

Yes, but within reason, additional requirements could cause public transportation systems to just not be expanded/ invested in since they are already a huge challenge in the US. Depending on the disability, it could be hard to guarantee 100% accessibility.

Yes, because it is more difficult for them to get around even though I know they can do anything we can do

No, this makes a mockery of capitalism, freedom, weak government, federalism, and checks and balances. it should be the systems' choice on whether or not to do so.

yes, because a lot of people were born like that and have already had a hard life because of it so we should do what we can to help them, but we make sure they are still accessible to everyone else.

No, but come up with creative alternatives to transport those with disabilities so as not to impede efficiency for everyone else

Depends on if it's a big city or not or if there are more or less people with disabilities in the region.

Depends on the disability but generally I believe that there should be limitations on the accessibility of transportation.

There should be transportation specifically for people with disabilities. So long as those cripples can prove they are disable and whoever is with them is part of their family then yes transportation services should be legally required to provide service for the disabled.

Yes, there should always be an accessible option, but not every system should need to reset to be more accessible as long as there are some options for those who need it

yes and no because a lot of people with disabilities do have people that get paid to help them and that should be part of their job. but on the other hand if they don't have help then yes they should have transportaion.

There should be public transportation for strictly them and it should be separated from people without disabilities so that we do not slow ourselves down for them. Although it is important to care for those with disabilities.

No, I believe they should have their own public transportation system as to help prevent traffic and less issues

No, it should not be required. However, appropriate federal subsidies should directly go to state and local governments for public transportation systems that are accessible to people with disabilities. In short, there shouldn't be a federal mandate for this specific issue.

Yes, but if the modification or accommodation is an unreasonable/undue burden (I.e. putting an elevator in a train, making a big construction change, or otherwise extra expensive), then there sure should be some reimbursement so accessibility isn’t such an obstacle.

It would depend on the people who are the public transportation and if they would all treat those with disabilities fairly and with kindness.

Yes, but for disabilities that slow the speed of able passengers have a pre-loading mechanism or something that expedites the loading process, or a separate transport

While its a good idea, it could easily backfire. It'd be better to make it punishable if someone didn't give up their seat to someone disabled, even if the disability was invisible.

Government regulation is unnecessary here, as most companies already have this. It would just make transportation costs increase.

The government should not own property or transportation services and all of it should be privatized and therefore the owners of the now private transport services should determine how best to care for roads

Should be encouraged and put in action in very busy areas, but shouldn't be required at every public transportation.

No, create an alternative transportation system that works according to the disabled people's needs.

No. This should be a issue for a City government or the company itself. The government has no right to enforce transportation standards on a City level if they are not receiving direct funding.

Yes, but within reason that some accommodations might not be completely and perfectly carried out due to the scope of the project.

This can mean on what you mean by disabled. I don’t think all of them should transport but should be able to get a bus or taxi at the very least.

There are certain systems in which they are easily accessible, but others where it drastically hinders the efficiency of the system, driving up costs that could be used for a subsidized transportation service only for those people.

Yes, to a reasonable degree, but total accessibility is impossible in practice due to conflicting access needs since disability is a heterogenous category.

The government should be as inclusive as they are able to be in order to be accessible to people with disabilities.

I think for blind or deaf people, but its a lot to have to support disabled people with giant machine chairs

Yes, but it would depend on the type of transportation since it could be dangerous for these type of people

Kinda, it should ensure as many options as possible are, but some public transport options may be unable to achieve that but should be done anyway if viable.

within reason. a reasonable plan for making it accessible and working toward that should be acceptable as well

Yes but one along with a regular bus next to it so they can experience that as a non disability person would on a train.

Yes, but there would need to be boundaries set in place to accommodate disabilities and ensure the safety of all passengers (such as in the case of mental disabilities).

Yes, every system or ought to be ADA compliant but not necessarily every vehicle or traincar needs be.

This should depend on the transportation system. Encouraging public transportation is less populous areas falls flat the more funding/barriers to entry there are.

Yes, but public transportation should be privatized and managed by a combination of federal, state, and local governments. The government is currently over-regulating private businesses.

Yes, for new public transportations systems and existing public transportation systems that can reasonably be modified.

Depending on the disability. For example, mental disabilities should be excluded from public transportation.

Government should make all new public transportation accessible and work towards greater accessibility for existing transportation.

Yes, individuals with disabilities choosing to use public transportation may not be able to operate a private vehicle.

Yes, as much as they can especially with new transportation being made. With some existing infrastructure it may cause more harm then good to implement accessible amenities

Yes, but a form of voucher credit should be given in places where adjusting public transportation to accommodate people with disabilities is prohibitively expensive

There needs to be a weight limit for passengers. Other disabilities should not have regulations however.

Yes, provided such requirements do not place undue burden on private companies or result in significant government subsidies.

Yes, but the modifications should be phased in over a period of time so as to minimize the burden on taxpayers

The state should not be in the business of providing transportation.

Yes, but only for currently publicly funded transportation systems.