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Developments from the 2022 Session of the Connecticut General Assembly Affecting Public Schools

The 2022 Regular Session of the Connecticut General Assembly concluded on May 4, 2022. The following is a brief description of acts that were passed by the General Assembly that may be of interest to Connecticut’s K-12...more

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Governor Pritzker Signs Two New Special Education Laws Regarding Placement and Interpretation Services

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Governor Pritzker recently signed two bills into law, expanding accessibility and flexibility within special education. The first, Public Act 102-0703 (House Bill 4365), allows IEP teams to place students at non-ISBE-approved...more

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ISBE Releases Guidance on New Transition Laws

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Earlier this summer, we let you know about two special education bills that had passed the Illinois legislature, which, if signed by the Governor, would provide additional services to some transition students. ...more

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Illinois Legislature Passes Bill Further Restricting Time Out and Physical Restraint

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On May 30, 2021, the Illinois legislature passed HB219, which will further restrict the use of time out and physical restraint in Illinois schools. The legislation will take effect upon signature by Governor Pritzker. You may...more

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New Rules for Qualified Interpreters in Effect

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ISBE has adopted new rules to support parent participation in IEP meetings by requiring districts to arrange for and fund “qualified interpreters” for parents whose native language is other than English. We have heard concern...more

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Proposed State and Federal Legislation Would Further Reduce Physical Restraint and Time Out in Schools

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Over the past year, the use of physical restraint and seclusion in schools has come under increased scrutiny. While ISBE issued emergency rules at the end of last November, followed by a series of updates and then final...more

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