Bills · HR 3939
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3939Student recordsHealth information and medical records
RISE Act
INTRO JUN 12· LAST ACTION JUN 12
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses common challenges faced by students with disabilities transitioning to college. Currently, many colleges require specific, often current, documentation of a disability, which can be a barrier for students who already have records from their K-12 education or previous colleges. By accepting a broader range of existing documentation, the bill aims to streamline this process, making higher education more accessible.
If this bill becomes law, students with disabilities will face fewer hurdles in receiving necessary accommodations, and families will have better information to make informed decisions about college choices. The collection of data on students with disabilities will also provide valuable insights into their educational outcomes, allowing policymakers and institutions to better understand and address their needs. Without this law, students might continue to face inconsistent and often burdensome documentation requirements, and the national understanding of disability support in higher education would remain less complete.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires colleges to accept various forms of existing documentation, such as Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or Section 504 plans, to establish a student's disability status.
This standardizes and simplifies the process for students with disabilities to prove their eligibility for accommodations, reducing administrative burdens.
PROVISION 02
Mandates that colleges adopt transparent policies for determining accommodation eligibility and make this information readily available to students, parents, and faculty, including on their public websites.
This increases clarity and accessibility of information, empowering students and families to understand their rights and access support effectively.
PROVISION 03
Authorizes $10,000,000 for the National Center for Information and Technical Support for Postsecondary Students with Disabilities.
This provides dedicated funding to a center that supports students with disabilities in higher education, enhancing resources and expertise.
PROVISION 04
Requires colleges to submit key data on enrolled undergraduate students with disabilities to federal databases, including enrollment numbers, accommodation usage, and degrees awarded, with privacy protections.
This will create a national picture of how students with disabilities fare in college, helping to identify gaps and improve support systems.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 12
D· Oregon
YRS IN OFFICE
14
BILLS LED
67
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 100%
DEM 6 REP 6 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 12
Introduced in House
JUN 12
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3939
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 12, 2025
Last actionJun 12, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 12, 2025
House BillHR 3939Student recordsHealth information and medical records
RISE Act
INTRODUCED JUN 12, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 12, 2025
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
12
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