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Quick Facts about U.S. Special Education Law

Three important federal U.S. laws support special education:

Detailed information on dyslexia related laws at the state level is available in our U.S. Parent Guide -2015.

Collectively these laws help ensure that you have the right to:

• Access all educational records of your child
• Participate in all meetings about your child
• To request a free assessment if you suspect your child may have a disability
• A free and appropriate public education for your child

Information provided on this page is not legal advice. If you require legal council you should seek out a qualified, licensed attorney familiar with disability and special education law.

Current special education law in the United States provides parents of dyslexic children with a lot of tools to help your child get the best education possible. Unfortunately, the law can be confusing and difficult to understand and you probably don't have the time to learn every section and clause. So what to do?

Start with the basics. Below is an overview of the three most important special education laws that dyslexic children can benefit from. And while this information can't replace a good lawyer, we hope you will find it a great starting place for learning your rights under the law - all from the dyslexic perspective.