ProGov21 Policy Library

Thousands of New Yorkers require elevators to access the subway every day: people with disabilities, parents pushing strollers, travelers carrying luggage, and residents suffering from an injury. However, only 23% of the city’s subway stations have elevators. These elevators break...

Sidewalks in many cities, including Los Angeles, have been neglected and are in serious disrepair, making them less accessible, especially for people with disabilities. Cities should require property owners to repair broken sidewalks before selling their property, ensuring gradual...

Employers use algorithm-driven hiring tools as a fast and efficient way to process job applications in large numbers. Job-seekers are increasingly asked to record videos (that employers mine for facial and vocal cues), complete online tests (that are used to evaluate their optimism...

Sinatra Drive in Hoboken, NJ, struggles to accommodate its high volume of users safely. The city is investing $6 million to redesign the corridor, aligning with its Vision Zero and Climate Action Plan goals. The project will include a two-way protected bikeway, high-visibility crosswalks,...

Limited east-west travel and mobility constraints in the River to Ridge area of East Chattanooga restrict access to jobs, parks, and essential services. This report outlines implement a ADA-compliant structure that includes pedestrian and multi-use paths while maintaining freight...

Disabled voters in America face many barriers to casting their votes on election day. This policy brief outlines how policymakers can improve voting accessibility and recommends ensuring voters have ample opportunities for absentee registration, conducting accessibility audits, offering...