HB 5257
Relating to education to children and adults housed in correctional facilities and regional jails
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Bill overview
This bill removes a requirement that the State Board of Education, State Department of Education, and the State Superintendent of Schools must have specific appropriations to provide education to children and adults housed in correctional facilities and regional jails. It allows the State Superintendent to utilize available appropriated funds and seek federal funds to support this education, particularly for students with high acuity needs. The bill also clarifies that adults in correctional facilities can receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) if they are eligible.
Key provisions
- Removes the requirement for specific appropriations for providing education to incarcerated individuals.
- Authorizes the State Superintendent to utilize available appropriated funds and federal funds to support education in correctional facilities.
- Establishes a process for LEAs to apply for and receive funding to support students with high acuity needs.
- Requires LEAs to report on student needs and receive reimbursement for services.
- Ensures that all students with exceptionalities, including those in mental health facilities and correctional facilities, receive an education.
- Defines ‘children with high acuity needs’ for funding purposes.
- Allows LEAs to utilize local revenue to establish a full continuum of services.
- Prioritizes the disbursement of federal funds to LEAs before state appropriations.
Who is affected
- Students with exceptionalities in correctional facilities and regional jails
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