119th Congress
S.Res. 531

Marks 50 years of the special education law

A Senate resolution celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and honoring the students, families, and educators it covers.

  • Notes the law was signed on November 29, 1975
  • Says more than 1 million children with disabilities were shut out of public schools before it
  • Says the law guarantees a free public education for children with disabilities
  • Commends educators, families, advocates, and policymakers who work on it

Adopted by the Senate

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