Which law provides funding for special education services?

Which law provides funding for special education services?

• A. 504 provides funding
• B. IDEA provides funding
• C. Both provide funding
• D. Neither provides funding

Answer: (B)

IDEA provides funding for special education services. This law authorizes federal grants to states to support special education and related services for eligible students, with those services outlined in each student’s individualized education program. In contrast, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act protects students from discrimination and requires schools to provide accommodations, but it does not establish a dedicated federal funding stream for services. So, when asking who provides funding, IDEA is the source of the funds.

IDEA provides funding for special education services. This law authorizes federal grants to states to support special education and related services for eligible students, with those services outlined in each student’s individualized education program. In contrast, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act protects students from discrimination and requires schools to provide accommodations, but it does not establish a dedicated federal funding stream for services. So, when asking who provides funding, IDEA is the source of the funds.