Official links directory

Federal and state special education resources

Go directly to agencies responsible for special education law, civil-rights guidance, state implementation, and family support.

Link policy: Confirm the current version and effective date on the agency website.

Federal resources

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ↗ Section 504 — U.S. Department of Education ↗ Office for Civil Rights ↗ Americans with Disabilities Act ↗

Special Education Resources for All 50 States

Select a state to find its education agency, IDEA contacts, State Performance Plan, Annual Performance Report, and federal special education monitoring information.