LFAA Resources

Federally Imposed Accountability for Alternative Schools

Four federal laws govern alternative school accountability: (i) the Every Student Succeeds Act (“ESSA”); (ii) the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”); (iii) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 504”); and (iv) the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”). This memorandum explores the scope of each accountability measure....Read more

Anti-DEI Legislation Overview in Florida

This memo assesses the potential effects of Ch. 82, Fla. Stat. (2023) on DEI functions at public institutions of higher learning in Florida.  The memo reviews key aspects of the new law and outlines practical considerations for Florida public institutions of higher learning to comply with the law with regard to student-run activities, academic curriculum content, and DEI offices and personnel....Read more

Anti-DEI Legislation Overview in Texas

This memo assesses the potential effects of Tex. Education Code § 51.3525 (2023) on DEI functions at public institutions of higher learning in Texas.  The memo reviews key aspects of the new law and outlines practical considerations for Texas public institutions of higher learning to comply with the law with regard to student-run activities, academic curriculum content, and DEI offices and personnel....Read more