Advanced Reasonable Accommodation: Granting and Denying Telework in 2026 – August 6, 2026

So far, 2026 is a year of continued changes in the Federal workforce, and one of the hottest topics just got an overhaul: Telework as Reasonable Accommodation.

On February 11, 2026, the EEOC and OPM issued guidance, Frequently Asked Questions from the Federal Sector about Telework Accommodations for Disabilities, and while some of the questions and answers are solidly in line with the past several decades of policy and practice, there are a few notable changes.

Join FELTG for an in-depth discussion about how these changes fit within the context of existing law, regulation, and case precedent. Plus, learn which areas of change may be ripe for legal challenges. This is one hour you can’t afford to miss.

Learning objectives

• Identify scenarios where agencies can legally deny telework as an accommodation.
• Determine whether an agency has the right to require updated medical documentation from a person on telework as RA.
• Recognize the dos and don’ts when considering changing an existing telework accommodation to something else.

Note: this is an advanced class that assumes a basic understanding of the disability accommodation process. If you are in need of that foundation, we recommend you review the session Understanding Disability Accommodation before taking this class.

Training time

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm ET

Pricing

Standard: $255

Event FAQs

Can I attend this class using a government computer?

This event will be held on Zoom. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If, for some reason, your firewall will not allow access, you are welcome to use your personal email address to register and to attend the sessions from your personal device. Dial-in telephone access is also available.

Can I earn CLE credits for this class?

CLE applications are the responsibility of each attendee; FELTG does not apply for the credits on behalf of attendees. If you seek CLE credit, you may use the materials provided by FELTG in submission to your state bar. You may also request a certificate of completion containing the number of training hours attended.

Can I share my access link with co-workers?

No. Registration for this event is per individual, and access links may not be shared. Each link may only be used by one person.

Can I register as a teleworker?

This event is individual registration, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or attending from an agency facility.

What are the Substitute, Cancellation, and No-show Policies for registered participants?

Substitutions may be made at no cost with advance notice to FELTG. We kindly request a 24-hour advance notice. No substitutions will be permitted within one hour of the training start time. No cancellations are accepted within 30 days of the training start date. No cancellations are accepted on prepaid registrations. There are no refunds for no-shows.