An Act relative to improved special needs transportation and student safety, "John's Law"
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, known as "John's Law," aims to enhance the transportation of students with special needs and improve student safety within Massachusetts schools. It focuses on ensuring that special needs students receive reliable and appropriate transportation services, addressing potential gaps in current systems. The bill seeks to create clearer guidelines and procedures for transporting these students, prioritizing their safety and well-being. It also intends to streamline the process for requesting and receiving transportation services for students with disabilities.
Key provisions
- Establishes guidelines for the transportation of special needs students.
- Requires school districts to develop and implement transportation plans for students with disabilities.
- Addresses potential gaps in current transportation services for these students.
- Promotes student safety during transportation.
- Clarifies procedures for requesting and receiving transportation services.
Who is affected
- Students with special needs
- School districts
- Transportation providers
- Parents of students with special needs
- Educators
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