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Mazie Hirono: “The Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA)…”

Featuring: Mazie Hirono, Democratic | U.S. Senate Hawaii

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IDEA Anniversary Floor Speech

Published | Video Starts at 03:38

And of course, one of the ways it does this is by supporting students with disabilities. As May noted, signed into law in 1975, The Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA) protects the rights of more than 7 million students with disabilities. across the country. 7 million. IDEA helps to ensure these students receive free and appropriate public education that meets their needs. It also provides funding. (03:38–03:56)

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