Protecting Small Businesses from Predatory Website Lawsuits Act

H.R. 7328 would modify how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to website accessibility by changing the lawsuit process. Currently, small businesses can face immediate legal action if their websites are not fully accessible to people with disabilities. This bill would require that before filing a lawsuit, plaintiffs must first notify the business of accessibility problems and give the business 180 days to fix the issues. The bill does not eliminate accessibility requirements or protections for people with disabilities, but instead creates a structured process focused on fixing problems rather than immediately pursuing legal penalties. Supporters argue this addresses what they describe as "predatory" litigation where lawyers send mass demand letters to small businesses seeking quick settlements without giving businesses a reasonable opportunity to make corrections. The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and remains in the early stages of the legislative process.