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MN SF2755

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/19/2014

Primary Sponsor

John Hoffman

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Origin

Senate

88th Legislature 2013-2014

AI Summary

  • Establishes maximum caseloads for special education teachers and related service providers: 16 pupils for kindergarten through grade 6, and 21 pupils for grades 7 through 12.
  • Defines caseload as the number of pupils with disabilities assigned to a special education teacher or related service provider to serve as an IEP case manager.
  • References existing caseload limits in Minnesota Rules for students receiving special education instruction 50 percent or more of the instructional day and for early childhood program alternatives.
  • Authorizes the commissioner to assess a $1,000 penalty per violation for noncompliance and to grant variances for up to 90 days upon good cause shown.
  • Requires the commissioner to report annually on the number of variances granted, affected school districts, and reasons for each variance.
  • Effective for the 2014-2015 school year and later.

Legislative Description

Special education caseload provisions modifications

Last Action

Referred to Education

3/19/2014

Committee Referrals

Education3/19/2014

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