Terms Used In Alabama Code 16-39A-2

  • Public law: A public bill or joint resolution that has passed both chambers and been enacted into law. Public laws have general applicability nationwide.

There is hereby established a preschool special education program for children with disabilities, ages three through five years, inclusive. All county and city local education agencies are required to provide free appropriate public education for all eligible children with disabilities, ages three through five years, inclusive, in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, previously known as the “Education of the Handicapped Act,” Public Law 91-230, and all amendments thereto.