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.
Legislative Progress
In CommitteeMr. Van Hollen submitted the following resolution; which was referred …
Summary
What This Bill Does
This is a commemorative Senate resolution marking the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the landmark federal law that guarantees students with disabilities the right to a free and appropriate public education. The resolution honors the law's legacy and the millions of children who have benefited from it.
Who Benefits and How
This is a symbolic resolution with no direct financial or regulatory effects. However, it provides public recognition and validation for:
- Students with disabilities who have received educational services under IDEA
- Special education teachers, therapists, and school administrators who implement IDEA
- Disability rights advocates and family members who have worked to strengthen the law
Who Bears the Burden and How
No one bears any burden from this resolution. It does not create new mandates, spending, or requirements. It is purely ceremonial.
Key Provisions
- Recognizes the 50th anniversary of IDEA (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.)
- Honors the millions of infants, toddlers, children, and youth who have benefited from the law
- Commends educators, families, advocates, and policymakers who have worked to uphold IDEA
- Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to ensuring every child with a disability has access to high-quality education
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
A commemorative resolution recognizing and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and reaffirming the Senate's commitment to ensuring children with disabilities have access to high-quality education.
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Ceremonial recognition of a landmark disability rights law on its 50th anniversary"
Likely Beneficiaries
- Students with disabilities
- Special education advocates
- Disability rights organizations
- Special education educators
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_senate"
- → United States Senate
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
Federal law (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.) that ensures students with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) tailored to their individual needs
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