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December Policy News Round-Up
...in DC). We expect these resources later this year. In addition, the long awaited proposal updating Section 504’s regulations from the U.S. Department of Education is also expected this year....
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Disability Organizations Condemn Inclusion of Voucher Bill in House Markup
...manifestation determination – essential because disability and behavior are linked, and unmet needs can result in challenging behaviors. The bill makes no mention of students’ protections under Section 504 of...
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Disability and Special Education Organizations Condemn Treasury’s Proposed Rules that Risk Undermining Disability Rights in Education
...serve students who require specialized instruction, services, supports, or accommodations. For decades, federal laws—including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with...
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Coalition on Accessibility in Higher Education Releases “Accessible By Design: A Comprehensive Playbook for Higher Education”
...education experiences for learners with disabilities and all learners. The playbook builds on the foundation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Intended for...
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NCLD Response to GAO report on OCR
...about what was happening to their cases. For students with disabilities, OCR is a backstop for families when schools don’t follow Section 504 or the ADA. Weakening that office has...
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Advocates Respond to OSERS Listening Session
...and Section 504 and why the Administration must not shift key functions and roles that these and other federal laws require the Secretary of Education to oversee. For three hours,...
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Department of Education Condemned for Ending Support for Students with Disabilities
...Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Title IV of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. These layoffs circumvent the will of Congress and...
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Centering Well-being in the Transition to Adulthood
...and Section 504, and practice advocating for yourself with a trusted person. Check out this practical guidance on self-advocacy from a young disability advocate. Families Promote self-awareness and self-advocacy: Acknowledge...
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July 2025 Policy News Round-Up
...over 50 years, section 504 of the rehabilitation act and IDEA have transformed education for millions of students with disabilities. Without federal oversight, we risk sliding back to a time...
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