What does Preamble of Protection and Advocacy for Student Success Act do?

This bill aims to authorize grants for a national education protection and advocacy program. The program's purpose is to enforce rights and protections outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 25, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Protection and Advocacy for Student Success Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Protection and Advocacy for Student Success Act.

What does GRANTS TO ESTABLISH A NATIONAL EDUCATION PROTECTION AND of Protection and Advocacy for Student Success Act do?

This section establishes a National Education Protection and Advocacy Program to provide grants to protection and advocacy systems. The Secretary of Education will award grants to these systems to protect the rights and advocate for the educational needs of children, youth, and adults with disabilities. Grant funds can be used for activities such as monitoring violations of disability laws, advocating for safe conditions in educational settings, collaborating with parent training centers, and pursuing legal remedies. To be eligible for a grant, a protection and advocacy system must have the authority to investigate abuse and neglect incidents and pursue legal remedies. Grant amounts vary based on the state's population and the total amount appropriated, with minimum grant amounts established. Recipients are required to submit annual reports to the Secretary detailing services provided. The Federal share of grants is 100 percent, and no matching funds are required.

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Protection and Advocacy for Student Success Act

Last updated: 3/25/2026 · Introduced: 3/25/2026

Author: Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA)

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This bill establishes a National Education Protection and Advocacy Program to award grants to state systems that protect the rights and advocate for the educational needs of individuals with disabilities.
Grant funds can be used for activities including monitoring disability law violations, advocating for safe educational environments, and pursuing legal remedies.
Eligible protection and advocacy systems must have the authority to investigate abuse and neglect and pursue legal action, with grant funding covering 100% of costs.

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