1. United States
2. Texas
3. Letter

The lawsuit brought by 17 states seeking to declare Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act unconstitutional poses a grave threat to students with disabilities and special needs across the nation. Section 504 has been crucial in ensuring these students receive the support and accommodations necessary for equal access to education. Revoking these protections would deprive countless children of their fundamental right to an appropriate public education tailored to their needs. The consequences would be devastating, stripping legal safeguards that prohibit discrimination based on disability and requiring schools to provide individualized plans and services. Conditions like ADHD, epilepsy, depression, and countless others would no longer be covered, leaving students without vital aids and depriving them of the opportunity to learn and thrive. This regressive action undermines decades of progress towards inclusion and accessibility in our education system. It is imperative that we uphold and strengthen protections for our most vulnerable students rather than eroding their rights. I urge you to vigorously defend Section 504 and oppose any efforts to dismantle this essential legislation. The futures of millions of children with special needs hang in the balance.