The report summarizes the concerns that emerged during the nine regional conferences of the Consortium on the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (Public Law 94-142). Part I provides an overview with brief coverage of the historical background of legislation for the handicapped, the legislative background specific to P.L. 94-142, and the activities of the Consortium along with some implications the Consortium may have for improving the education policy process. Results and recommendations from the nine regional conferences are summarized in Part II for issues which include the state education agency's role, funding, provision of an individualized education program, and due process and procedural safeguards. Appended is a list of resources related to the law; assessment, placement, and the least restrictive environment; special education financing; individualized education programs; parent issues; personnel development; planning for the education of the handicapped; public policy and children's rights; and testing. (SBH)