H.R. 2740 · 111th Congress
IDEA Fairness Restoration Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Chris Van Hollen
- Introduced
- 2009-06-04
- Latest action
- 2009-07-23 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
Summary
IDEA Fairness Restoration Act - Amends the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to include expert witness fees, including the reasonable costs of any test or evaluation necessary for the preparation of the parent or guardian's case in the action or proceeding, within the definition of "attorneys' fees" that may be awarded to the prevailing party in a civil action brought under such Act.