Children and youth who are deaf or hard of hearing have the right to access state education programs and services, both general and special education. Their rights are protected by law through federal laws and state statutes. Federal law establishes minimum rights and protections, whereas state governing bodies establish statutes to carry out federal laws.
While we do not provide legal advice or legal technical assistance, there are resources available to help you understand early intervention, educational, and accessibility laws and statutes. After reviewing these resources, if you need further guidance in identifying appropriate or relevant resources, please contact us.
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Early Intervention Laws for Children from Birth to Three
Federal Mandates
State Mandates
Educational Laws for Students Ages Three to 22
Federal Mandates
State Mandates
Accessibility Laws
Other Mandates
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