Recent federal actions raise serious questions as to the continued availability of essential healthcare, educational supports, and resources for people with ADHD, including executive actions aimed at closing the US Department of Education. CHADD calls on policymakers to ensure these critical supports remain available so individuals with ADHD can thrive in their health, education, and daily lives.  

Federal protections in education play an essential role in supporting students with ADHD. Children with ADHD rely on the Department of Education to issue guidance on and enforce access to services under Section 504, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and other programs. Without these safeguards, students with ADHD are at risk of falling behind, facing discrimination, or being pushed out of the very systems meant to support them.  

Therefore, we urge federal leaders to take immediate action. Specifically, we call on Congress and the Trump Administration to:  

Protect educational supports for students with ADHD by maintaining the Department of Education and fully enforcing laws like Section 504 and IDEA.  

By recognizing the full scope of ADHD as a public health issue and supporting evidence-based treatment and education, we can significantly improve outcomes for individuals, families, and communities nationwide. If these issues matter to you, now is the time to speak up. Contact your members of Congress and let them know you oppose efforts that would roll back critical protections for students.  

Stay engaged with CHADD as we continue to monitor these developments and provide opportunities to act. Together, we can protect the future of ADHD care and ensure every person has the chance to thrive. Please call on lawmakers to preserve the critical functions of the Department of Education.  

ADHD and Education (CHADD) 

Federal vs. State Role in Special Education (Council for Exceptional Children)