The Individuals with Disabilities Act of which year provided free appropriate public education to students with disabilities?

The year 1990 is significant because it marks the reauthorization of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, which was originally passed in 1975. This reauthorization renamed the act to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). One of the key provisions established by the IDEA was the guarantee of Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for all students with disabilities. This legally ensured that students with disabilities would receive individualized education tailored to their needs, at no cost to their families. The implementation of this act was a critical step in promoting the rights of students with disabilities and fostering an inclusive educational environment.