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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) primarily aims to ensure access to public services and accommodations for individuals with disabilities. This legislation was enacted to prevent discrimination and to guarantee that individuals with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. It mandates that public facilities, transportation, and services must be accessible, thus allowing individuals with disabilities to participate fully in society.

While the ADA does provide protections related to employment opportunities, educational settings, and other areas, its comprehensive focus on access to public services and accommodations is foundational to the law. This includes mandates for businesses, government entities, and other organizations to remove barriers that might prevent individuals with disabilities from accessing facilities and services. In contrast, protections against age discrimination are covered under different legislation, such as the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and do not fall under the primary scope of the ADA.