Section 504 of the Americans with Disabilities Act plays a crucial role in ensuring accommodations for children with disabilities in schools and other federally funded programs. This includes provisions for movement breaks for children with ADHD and allergy management strategies. However, the ongoing Texas v. Becerra lawsuit, filed by 17 states, seeks to dismantle these protections that have been in place for 52 years, endangering the accessibility of educational and health resources for over 1.6 million students annually.
Parents of children with disabilities rely on 'a 504' plan for necessary accommodations, but this support is threatened by the Texas v. Becerra lawsuit.
Section 504 ensures that no individual with a disability is excluded from benefits, providing critical support to over 1.6 million students annually.
The importance of Section 504 goes beyond schools, providing essential accessibility for students with disabilities in various programs receiving federal financial support.
The Texas v. Becerra lawsuit threatens to eliminate 52 years of protections established by Section 504, affecting vital accommodations for children with disabilities.
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