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First Federal Law concerning people with disabilities
The Fifth Congress passed the First Federal Law concerning people with disabilities. -
Rhode Island created the first special education class
Rhode Island created the first special education class within a public school, teachers saw an influx of students with disabilities. Rhode Island Public School system was a pioneer in the United States. -
A new concept of having people with disabilities
A new concept of having people with disabilities engage in everyday tasks was created in Denmark, however abuse and neglect continue. Understanding that people with disabilities could perform everyday tasks and also benefit from regular activities. -
Brown vs Board of Education of Topeka
Brown vs Board of Education of Topeka passed which also refers to the Civil Rights Movement. Based on the 14th Amendment guarantees the right of citizenship to all individuals born in the USA.
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Eunice Kennedy Shriver made public an article about her sister Rosemary
Eunice Kennedy Shriver made public an article about her sister Rosemary and lobotomy, the effect on the individual and family, taking action towards inclusion and acceptance. Eunice Kennedy Shriver was an advocate for all individuals with intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.(https://www.bestbuddies.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/SEP1962ArticlebyEKS.pdf) -
President John Kennedy created a President’s Panel on Mental Retardation
President John Kennedy created a President’s Panel on Mental retardation, according to parents’ advocacy. Understanding and hearing from parents' advocacy and the power of their voices, President Kennedy who also had a sister with IDD, created the panel to improve the lives of these individuals ( https://shadowsofpineland.org/kennedys-national-action-to-combat-mental-retardation/) -
EHA -Education Handicap Act
EHA -Education Handicap Act passed, in addition to the 504 Act. Education for All Handicapped Children Act (Public Law 94-142). Support states and local education guarantee educational services for children with disabilities, including toddler services ( https://sites.ed.gov/idea/IDEA-History/) -
EHA title changes to IDEA-
EHA title changes to IDEA- Individual with Disability Education ACT, including FAPE ( Free Appropriate Public Education) and LRE ( Less Restrictive Environment). The IDEA guarantees students with disabilities a free and appropriate public education, 14 categories of disabilities qualify for IDEA, and not all disabilities automatically qualify.
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The Americans of Disability Act
The Americans of Disability Act was passed and signed as law by President George Bush, the act prohibits discrimination of people with disabilities, including public space access. ADA prohibits discrimination in the workforce and also guarantees the rights of reasonable accommodation.( https://www.ada.gov/law-and-regs/ada/)
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Rosa’s Law
Rosa’s Law changes wording from Mental Retardation to Intellectual Disabilities signed by President Obama. The Rosa law removes the mental retardation wording and stigma. People with disability have a voice in how they want to be referred.
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The ABLE Act
The ABLE Act creating tax-free savings accounts for individuals with disabilities signed by President Obama. The Able account allows families to prepare for the future of their loved ones without a burn.
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Disability Employment Incentive Act
Disability Employment Incentive Act is introduced to Congress, the bill will extend and expand tax benefits for employers hiring individuals with disabilities. The bill is introduced by Sen. Robert Casey. -
New rule on Web content
New rule on Web content and application to be accessible for individuals with disabilities. The new rule guarantees the all-new and fast moving forward when content is accessible, especially to the hearing and visual impaired.