LDA Raises Concerns over IDEA and Section 504 Waivers to Secretary Betsy DeVos
Updated: Aug 3, 2021
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) has submitted a letter to the U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos related to concerns about a provision included in the recently enacted H.R. 748 (CARES Act). LDA along with 39 national and state organizations, on behalf of parents, families, and educators of individuals with learning disabilities, urged the U.S. Department of Education to reconsider offering any recommendations to Congress for additional waivers needed for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, pursuant to Section 3511 of the CARES Act. Any additional waivers would significantly roll back civil rights protections for students with disabilities, including individuals with learning disabilities.
We share LDA's concerns - click the link below to read their entire statement!
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This is such an important reminder that even during a crisis, the rights of students with disabilities must not be quietly set aside. The CARES Act waivers could have lasting consequences for families who already face so many barriers in accessing appropriate education. It’s encouraging to see organizations like LDA pushing back so clearly and collaboratively. Advocacy like this gives families a stronger voice when decisions are made behind closed doors. On a lighter note, if you ever need a creative break from heavy policy reading, tools like Artificial Intelligence Kiss can turn a favorite photo into a fun, private video preview—just a playful way to unwind while staying informed. Thanks for sharing this update and keeping the conversation going.
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