IL HR0048

Declares May 2025 as Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Awareness Month in Illinois

Aims to increase public understanding of the development and implementation of IEPs for students with disabilities

References the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which guarantees students with disabilities access to a free, appropriate public education

Notes that nearly 300,000 Illinois students have an IEP, and their parents need to be well-informed to effectively advocate for their children

Acknowledges that legal complexities and unfamiliar terminology in the IEP process can create difficulties for parents interacting with school district personnel