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Easier Access and Support for Students with Disabilities in Higher Education

This act aims to simplify access to higher education for students with disabilities by streamlining the disability verification process and increasing transparency regarding available accommodations. This will enable students and their families to more easily choose suitable colleges and effectively utilize support.
Key points
Colleges must accept a broader range of documents to prove disability, including Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that may not be current or records from licensed professionals.
Institutions will be required to clearly and publicly communicate their processes for determining eligibility for accommodations.
Authorization of $10,000,000 in funding for the national center providing information and technical support for postsecondary students with disabilities.
Colleges will submit data to federal systems regarding the number of students with disabilities and their academic achievements, provided it does not reveal personally identifiable information.
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Print number: 117_HR_4786
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2021-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RISE Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4786.

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 2021-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges must accept a broader range of documents to prove disability, including Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that may not be current or records from licensed professionals.
  • Institutions will be required to clearly and publicly communicate their processes for determining eligibility for accommodations.
  • Authorization of $10,000,000 in funding for the national center providing information and technical support for postsecondary students with disabilities.
  • Colleges will submit data to federal systems regarding the number of students with disabilities and their academic achievements, provided it does not reveal personally identifiable information.
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. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1].

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 2026-01-02.

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