State & Federal Resources for IDEA 2004

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 was signed into law by President George W. Bush on December 3, 2004. The provisions of this Act [hereinafter IDEA '04] became effective on July 1, 2005.

The links below serve as technical assistance for school divisions, parents and other individuals while federal regulations are being finalized and during the subsequent process of revising Virginia's regulations.

• IDEA 2004 Guidance Document (PDF File)

• IDEA 2004 Quick Recommendations & Resources (PDF File)

• IDEA 2004 PowerPoint Presentation

• Procedural Safeguards Document (English) (Spanish) (PDF File)

• Navigating Due Process (PDF File)

• Parental Due Process Form (PDF File)

• U. S. Department of Education (USDOE)

  • Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)

• Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA) (PDF File)