The implementation of _________ and PL 101-476 signaled a change in the status of parent-professional relationships.
A)PL 94-132
B)Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
C)PL 99-457
D)the Americans with Disabilities Act

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PL 99-457, also known as the Education of the Handicapped Act Amendments, established new requirements for special education and early intervention services to children with disabilities, including increased involvement of parents in the education decision-making process. This change in policy signaled a shift towards recognizing parents as equal partners with professionals in the education of their children, rather than passive recipients of services. The other options mentioned also had significant impact on special education, but did not have the same direct impact on parent-professional relationships as PL 99-457.

The Implementation of _________ and PL 101-476 Signaled a Change