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CA AB2468
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Darshana Patel
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AI Summary
- Establishes the Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) project starting in the 2027-28 fiscal year to increase opportunities for students with disabilities to access education in general education settings
- Requires the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence, through designated county offices of education, to administer the project and align it with statewide improvement initiatives
- Mandates specific activities including technical assistance to schools on evidence-based inclusion practices, establishing demonstration sites in each region, holding "inclusion academies" for professional development, and working with teacher preparation programs
- Cites research showing local educational agencies working with the SIP project experienced growth in least restrictive environment placements 13 times the state average and 6 times the national average
- Implementation contingent upon appropriation, with legislative intent of a minimum $30 million over five years for the project
Legislative Description
School accountability: pupils with disabilities: inclusion.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on ED.
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Education3/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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