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Improved Education for Students with Visual and Hearing Disabilities

This act aims to enhance the quality of special education for children and youth with visual, hearing, or deaf-blind disabilities. It introduces new rules for identification, evaluation, and support to ensure access to appropriate teaching and communication methods. As a result, parents and guardians can expect more personalized educational support for their children.
Key points
Increased access to specialized education: Students with visual, hearing, or deaf-blind disabilities will receive better support, regardless of additional disabilities.
Early intervention: New rules will ensure faster and more effective support for infants and toddlers with hearing or deaf-blind disabilities.
Support for teachers and parents: The act provides for the development of specialized personnel and access to up-to-date information and technical assistance for parents and educators.
New support center: The Anne Sullivan Macy Center will be established to support research, training, and programs for students with visual disabilities.
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Print number: 117_HR_1959
Sponsor: Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1959.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased access to specialized education: Students with visual, hearing, or deaf-blind disabilities will receive better support, regardless of additional disabilities.
  • Early intervention: New rules will ensure faster and more effective support for infants and toddlers with hearing or deaf-blind disabilities.
  • Support for teachers and parents: The act provides for the development of specialized personnel and access to up-to-date information and technical assistance for parents and educators.
  • New support center: The Anne Sullivan Macy Center will be established to support research, training, and programs for students with visual disabilities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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