Section 504 of the Rehabilitation ActAccountability Programs :

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a federal civil rights statute that assures individuals will not be discriminated against based on their disability. All school districts that receive federal funding are responsible for the implementation of this law. Whether a student with a disability that significantly impacts a major life activity receives special education services is protected by this law.  Below is a manual to assist school districts with the implementation of Section 504.

Section 504 is administered by the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR).  The Minnesota Department of Education has no enforcement authority for Section 504.  If you need additional information about Section 504, please contact OCR.

In addition to complaints of discrimination based on disability, you may also file a complaint with OCR pertaining to discrimination based on race, sex, age, or national origin in education institutions.  A complaint must be filed within 180 days of the date the discrimination occurred. You do not have to file a complaint with the school district before filing a complaint with OCR. You may file a complaint with both the school district and OCR.  Access information on how to file a Section 504 or discrimination complaint with OCR here.

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