An Act relative to the long-term fiscal health and sustainability of special education in the Commonwealth
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the General Court to investigate the long-term financial health and sustainability of special education funding in Massachusetts. It specifically focuses on the special education reimbursement program and aims to identify potential challenges and develop recommendations for ensuring adequate and stable funding for special education services. The bill also includes a hearing to gather information and perspectives on this critical issue.
Key provisions
- Requires an investigation into the long-term fiscal health of special education funding.
- Focuses on the special education reimbursement program.
- Calls for a special commission, including members of the General Court, to conduct the investigation.
- Includes a scheduled hearing to gather information and perspectives.
- Seeks to identify challenges and develop recommendations for sustainable funding.
Who is affected
- Students with disabilities
- Special education teachers and staff
- School districts in Massachusetts
- Parents of students with disabilities
- The Massachusetts General Court
Notable changes
- Establishes a process for evaluating the current special education funding model.
- Creates a mechanism for identifying and addressing potential funding shortfalls.
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37 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
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