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1965 Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
In 1966, Congress amended the ESEA to establish a grant program to help states in the “initiation, expansion, and improvement of programs and projects for the education of handicapped children.” Federal money was appropriated to states to improve educational opportunities for disadvantaged children. -
1973 Vocational Rehabilitation Act (VRA)
In 1973, Federal law authorizes the formula grant programs for vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, independent living, and client assistance. -
1974 Educational Amendments Act (EEOA)
In 1974, the Educational Amendments Act (EEOA) prohibits discrimination against faculty, staff, and students, including racial segregation of students, and requires school districts to take action to overcome barriers to students' equal participation. -
1975 Educational Act for All Handicapped Children Act (EAHCA)
In 1975, Congress intended that all children with disabilities would “have a right to education, and to establish a process by which State and local educational agencies may be held accountable for providing educational services for all handicapped children.” This act required all public schools accepting federal funds to provide equal access to education and one free meal a day for children with physical and mental disabilities. -
1984 Carl D. Perkins Vocational Education Act
Under the act, "special populations" include those who have a disability, are disadvantaged, or have limited English proficiency. Each state authorizes federal funds to support vocational education programs that are required to meet the special needs of individuals with handicaps or adults that are disadvantaged, adults in need of training and retraining, single parents or homemakers. -
1986 Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments
Public Law 99-457 is the result of amendments by the United States Congress, in 1986, to the Education of the Handicapped Act. ... Public Law 99-457 necessitates states to make available appropriate and free public education to children ages 3 through 5 who are disabled. -
1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on disability in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public. -
1990 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a four-part (A-D) piece of American legislation that ensures students with a disability are provided with Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) that is tailored to their individual needs. IDEA was previously known as the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (EHA) from 1975 to 1990. In 1990, the United States Congress reauthorized EHA and changed the title to IDEA (Public Law No. 94-142). -
Rehabilitation Act Amendment of 1992
Rehabilitation Act Amendment of 1992 - Amends the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (the Act) to revise and extend various vocational rehabilitation programs. Title I: Administration and Vocational Rehabilitation Services - Subtitle A: Administration - Revises provisions for findings, purpose, and policy under the Act. -
1997 The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a four-part (A-D) piece of American legislation that ensures students with a disability are provided with Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) that is tailored to their individual needs. IDEA was previously known as the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (EHA) from 1975 to 1990. In 1990, the United States Congress reauthorized EHA and changed the title to IDEA (Public Law No. 94-142). -
2001 No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)
The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB) was a U.S. Act of Congress that reauthorized the Elementary and Secondary Education Act; it included Title I provisions applying to disadvantaged students. The Act required states to develop assessments in basic skills to receive federal school funding, states had to give these assessments to all students at select grade levels.
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2004 Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 mandates equity, accountability, and excellence in education for children with disabilities. (IDEIA) ensures that all children with disabilities have available free appropriate public education (FAPE) that emphasizes special education and related services designed to meet their unique needs and prepare them for further education, employment, and independent living. https://sites.ed.gov/idea/(http://www.timetoast.com)
