Senate Approves Bill to Simplify College Disability Accommodations

The U.S. Senate has passed the bipartisan Respond, Innovate, Succeed, and Empower (RISE) Act, which aims to remove barriers for college students with disabilities. This legislation would allow students to use existing K-12 documentation, such as individualized education programs (IEPs), to qualify for college accommodations, thereby eliminating the need for costly and repetitive retesting. This could significantly ease the transition to higher education for many students.