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SRES 531119th CongressIntroduced
A resolution celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act on November 29, 2025, and recognizing its transformative impact on the education of children with disabilities.
Introduced: Dec 4, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD] (D-Maryland)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
Senate Resolution 531 commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, acknowledges its transformative impact on education for children with disabilities, and reaffirms Congress’s commitment to its continued implementation.
Key Points
- 1Recognizes the historical significance of IDEA’s passage in 1975.
- 2Highlights IDEA’s guarantees of free appropriate public education and least restrictive environment.
- 3Commends stakeholders—parents, educators, advocates, policymakers—for sustaining IDEA.
- 4Reaffirms congressional commitment to ensuring high‑quality education for all children with disabilities.
- 5Emphasizes ongoing funding and support for IDEA programs.
Impact Areas
Children with disabilities and their familiesEducators and school districtsState and federal education agenciesAdvocacy and civil‑rights organizations
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