Which agency administers the 504 plan?

The administration of the 504 plan falls under the jurisdiction of the Department of Civil Rights, which is focused on enforcing civil rights laws to eliminate discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits discrimination based on disability in programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. This includes public schools. The Department of Civil Rights oversees the implementation of these protections, ensuring that students with disabilities are provided with appropriate accommodations and services to support their educational needs.

The other agencies listed focus on different areas and do not specifically oversee the provisions of the 504 plan. The Department of Education generally deals with the overall administration of educational policies, while the Department of Health and the Department of Social Services concentrate on health and social services, respectively, rather than directly on educational rights and accommodations for students with disabilities.