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CA AB2091

Bill

Status

Failed

11/30/2016

Primary Sponsor

Patty Lopez

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Origin

State Assembly

2015-2016 Session

AI Summary

  • Requires local educational agencies to provide translated copies of individualized education programs (IEPs) and revisions to parents/guardians/educational rights holders in their primary language within 60 days of IEP team meetings, upon request.

  • Mandates translation of specified documents discussed at IEP meetings, including present levels of achievement, FAPE rights, meeting notes, goals, and staff progress reports, within 60 days if requested.

  • Requires translations be completed by qualified translators proficient in English and the non-English language, meeting testing/certification standards for accuracy, confidentiality, and completeness.

  • Directs the State Department of Education to revise procedural safeguards notices in English and primary languages to inform parents of their right to request document translations.

  • Establishes state-mandated local program with provisions for reimbursement to local agencies and school districts through Part 7 of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Government Code if Commission on State Mandates determines costs are state-mandated.

Legislative Description

Special education: individualized education programs: translation services.

Last Action

From Senate committee without further action.

11/30/2016

Committee Referrals

Appropriations6/20/2016
Education6/9/2016
Rules6/2/2016
Appropriations4/12/2016
Education2/29/2016

Full Bill Text

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