An act relating to establishing a special education family advocacy pilot program

Summary

The bill directs $250,000 from the state General Fund to the Agency of Human Services to create a two‑year pilot that awards grants for family‑advocacy programs supporting K‑12 special‑education students. It targets families, schools, and nonprofit groups by providing neutral advocates and training to help parents navigate IEP meetings and reduce disputes. A report on the pilot’s results must be delivered to legislative committees by November 2027.

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