FL S2472

Establishes the "Disabilities in Education Act" to enhance education and care services for children with developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder

Requires child care personnel to complete 40-clock-hour introductory training that includes identification, classroom integration, and positive behavioral supports for children with developmental disabilities

Expands John M. McKay Scholarships for Students with Disabilities Program eligibility to include students enrolled in Florida Virtual School or school district virtual education programs, and changes attendance requirement from specific October/February survey dates to 6 months or more during prior school year

Mandates regional autism centers provide coordination of local resources and support to state agencies for training early child care providers and educators on developmental disabilities

Requires Department of Education to incorporate Commissioner-recommended curricula on autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities into existing continuing education requirements for instructional personnel, effective July 1, 2010