CA AB950

Establishes that statutory damages for website inaccessibility can only be recovered if the website fails to provide equally effective communication or full and equal enjoyment of goods and services to all members of the public, including disabled individuals.

Requires plaintiffs seeking statutory damages to prove they personally encountered a barrier causing reduced access compared to other users, or were deterred from accessing the website due to accessibility failures.

Creates a presumption that websites complying with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA or Section 508 federal standards provide equally effective communication, which plaintiffs may rebut with clear and convincing evidence.

Makes it unlawful for resource service providers to intentionally construct, license, or maintain inaccessible websites for remuneration, allowing civil actions by affected individuals, businesses, and government attorneys with remedies including damages and attorney's fees.

Requires local agencies issuing business licenses and building permits to notify applicants that businesses must provide accessible websites and encourage inclusion of warranty and indemnification clauses in web accessibility service contracts; requires the California Commission on Disability Access to review website accessibility standards for currency.