Which law did President Gerald Ford sign on November 29, 1975, known as Public Law 94-142?

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Providing a free, appropriate public education for children with disabilities is the central idea. On November 29, 1975, President Ford signed Public Law 94-142, the Education for All Handicapped Children Act. This law required schools to provide special education and related services to eligible students, guarantee an individualized education program for each child, involve parents in decisions, ensure proper evaluation, and place students in the least restrictive environment where they can learn. It was a landmark civil rights measure that opened the door for ongoing reforms and, in 1990, was renamed and broadened into what is now known as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The other laws listed address disability rights in different areas (such as employment or accessibility) and do not carry the same Public Law 94-142 designation.