The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) is a federal law in the United States that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities.

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a landmark piece of legislation in the United States that outlawed racial segregation and discrimination.

The Democratic Party, one of the two major political parties in the United States, is known for advocating progressive policies and social liberalism.

The Education for All Handicapped Children Act (sometimes referred to using the acronyms EAHCA or EHA, or Public Law (PL) 94-142) was enacted by the United States Congress in 1975.

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a piece of American legislation that ensures students with a disability are provided with a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) that is tailored to their individual needs.