As per the U.S. Department of Education, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), “is a law ensuring services to children with disabilities throughout the nation. IDEA governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education and related services to more than 6.5 million eligible infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities.

Infants and toddlers with disabilities (birth-2) and their families receive early intervention services under IDEA Part C. Children and youth (ages 3-21) receive special education and related services under IDEA Part B.”

With more and more children being diagnosed with various kinds of disabilities each year, special education needs are becoming increasingly important each year. To help parents who have children suffering from certain disabilities, the government has set up various programs to help provide special education funding for them. Through the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), special education resources are provided to the individuals who qualify through specific special education schools and programs. These special education acts govern and implement the guidelines set forth in order to provide an easier childhood and proper education to disabled children.