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 * 1) ====**Americans with Disabilities Act** (PL 101-336) – Was signed into law in 1990. It had broadened the types of agencies covered by Section 508 requirements and mandates such as communication systems. The act clearly states that there is a “need for persons who are aware of technological modifications that can be made to implement the provisions of the law so they can teach others about technology awareness and provide consultation for people with disabilities.====

====**2. Tech Act (PL 100-407)** –Was signed into law in 1988 and was amended in 1994. The main purpose of this act was to provide financial assistance to the states so that they are able to conduct the necessary assessments, identify technology resources, and provide assistive technology services, and conduct public awareness programs. The act also states that persons must “provide a variety of technical assistance to children (and adults) with disabilities and their parents and guardians. Also, provide services such as evaluate, purchase, lease, design, fabricate, training, technological assistance to persons who use assistive technology. For more information on the tech click[| here].====

====**3. IDEA 2004** – Authorizes that “assistive technology needs of all students be considered although assistive technologies are frequently though to be relevant for children with physical disabilities, sensory/health impairments, and communication disabilities.” Assistive technology should be considered for the above, but not limited to the above disabilities, students who have learning disabilities may also be in need of assistive technology. (PL105-17, Section 1414 (d) (3) (B) (v)). Click[| here]to view an informational video about IDEA.====

 2008 – Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-325)
====1998 – Amendment to Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (part of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998) (P.L. 105-220) ====

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