In what year was FERPA enacted?

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) was enacted in 1974. This federal law was designed to protect the privacy of student education records and gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's education records. These rights transfer to the student when they reach the age of 18 or attend a school beyond the high school level. Understanding the year of FERPA’s enactment is essential for grasping its historical context in educational policy and the evolution of student privacy rights. This foundational legislation underscores the importance of maintaining confidentiality and the careful management of educational records, leading to significant implications for educational institutions in their handling of student information.