School-based Speech-language Pathologist Funding Amendments

Summary

The bill changes state definitions so that speech‑language pathologists and speech‑language technicians can qualify for the Highly Needed Educators salary supplement and receive designated teaching‑supply funds. Local education agencies must adopt policies, identify high‑needs areas, and allocate state money using a per‑student formula with a 20% equal‑share component. The changes become effective on July 1 2026.

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