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50th Anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Floor Speech

Date: Dec. 9, 2025
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. WALBERG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA.

We all know a strong education can unlock a lifetime of possibilities. Yet for students with disabilities, sometimes even going to school can be challenging. Thankfully, IDEA changed all of that.

At its core, IDEA is about providing a tailored education that meets a student's unique needs. As chairman of the Education and Workforce Committee, I am committed to expanding strong, personalized educational opportunities so every student can succeed.

IDEA was an incredible first step in making education possible for our Nation's students. As we look to the future, we must maintain and remain steadfast in our commitment to making high-quality, tailored education possible for every American student.

Here is to another 50 years of IDEA.

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