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Legislation that Addresses the Evolution of Special Education Services

  • PL 93-112

    Made it illegal to deny individuals with disabilities from participation in events just because of their disability.
  • FERPA

    Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
    Allows parents to have protection of their child's student records and class schedules.
  • PL 94-142

    PL 94-142 (Education for All Handicapped Children Act) was signed to make sure that all handicapped children have an appropriate and free public education that meets their needs.
  • PL 101-336

    Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992
    Extended civil rights to students with disabilities. The rights are guaranteed no matter the gender, race, national origin, or religion. This was enacted through the Civil Rights act of 1964.
  • PL 107-110

    PL 107-110
    No Child Left Behind called for students to be competent in math and reading. This act requires schools to show test data to show effectiveness.