Protecting Students with Disabilities Act

# Protecting Students with Disabilities Act (S 2913) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Protecting Students with Disabilities Act aims to strengthen protections and support for students with disabilities in schools. While specific details weren't provided in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on ensuring that students with disabilities receive appropriate accommodations, services, and educational opportunities under federal law. This would likely involve enforcement of existing disability rights laws like the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. **Who It Affects** The bill directly affects students with disabilities in public schools across the country, as well as school districts and educators responsible for implementing disability accommodations and services.

Parents of students with disabilities, school administrators, and special education providers would also be impacted. **Current Status** As of the last update, this bill (S 2913) remains in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill was introduced by Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) in the 119th Congress. To learn more about specific provisions or track any updates, you can visit Congress.gov or your senator's official website.