Expanding Disability Access to Higher Education Act

The Expanding Disability Access to Higher Education Act aims to improve college access and success for students with disabilities, particularly those who are low-income or first-generation college students. It creates new funding for programs that provide academic support, accommodations, and transition services specifically for these students through amendments to the Higher Education Act. The bill requires institutions to establish or improve disability services offices, mandates data collection on how programs serve students with disabilities, and authorizes $50 million annually for these programs from 2025-2029. It requires at least two-thirds of students served to be low-income and first-generation, while also ensuring accommodations are available and programs incorporate universal design principles. The legislation also establishes new reporting requirements to track outcomes for students with disabilities across different disability categories.