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ID HJM011
JM
Status
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Education Committee
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AI Summary
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Idaho Legislature urges U.S. Congress to pass legislation fulfilling the federal commitment to provide 40% of national average per-pupil expenditure for educating children with disabilities under IDEA
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Congress committed to the 40% funding level when IDEA was enacted in 1975, but has never met this commitment; Idaho currently receives only approximately 12% federal IDEA funding
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The funding shortfall has shifted financial burdens to state and local taxpayers, school districts, and families while limiting resources for students with disabilities
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Directs the Idaho Superintendent of Public Instruction to provide annual overviews of how federal IDEA funding supports special education services and identify areas needing increased investment
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Requests the U.S. Department of Education provide clear information about nationwide and statewide IDEA funding levels to help states plan and advocate for full funding
Legislative Description
States findings of the Legislature and calls on Congress to pass and fully fund legislation that fulfills the 40% federal funding commitment in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
EDUCATION
Last Action
Delivered to Secretary of State at 3:12 p.m. on February 20, 2026
2/23/2026