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 learning disabilities.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 521

119th Congress

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 learning disabilities.

In Committee

Introduced:Dec 2, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Chris Van Hollen

D - MD

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Education

Summary

This resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), signed November 29, 1975. Prior to IDEA, over 1 million children with disabilities were excluded from public schools. The resolution honors educators, families, and advocates while reaffirming commitment to ensuring disabled children access quality education.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S8451)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), signed November 29, 1975. Prior to IDEA, over 1 million children with disabilities were excluded from public schools. The resolution honors educators, families, and advocates while reaffirming commitment to ensuring disabled children access quality education.

Last updated: 12/27/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

IDEA originally signed as Education for All Handicapped Children Act in 1975
Before IDEA, 1+ million disabled children excluded from public schools
Established right to free appropriate public education
Ensures parents are partners in developing education programs
Supports early intervention for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
Congress funds Parts B, C, and D supporting evidence-based services

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Benefits millions of children with disabilities receiving special education, families navigating IEP processes, educators and specialists, and school districts implementing inclusive education. Celebrates landmark civil rights legislation for disability community.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Education

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

521, 119th Congress (2025). "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 learning disabilities.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-sres-521