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CA AB2091
Bill
Status
11/30/2016
Primary Sponsor
Patty Lopez
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AI Summary
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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.
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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.
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Requires translations be completed by qualified translators proficient in English and the non-English language, meeting testing/certification standards for accuracy, confidentiality, and completeness.
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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.
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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