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MS SB2527

Bill

Status

Failed

2/1/2011

Primary Sponsor

Alice Harden

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 37-23-139 of the Mississippi Code to revise complaint procedures for parents of students with disabilities regarding violations of federal or state regulations by local educational agencies.

  • Requires the State Department of Education to develop a model form to assist parents in filing complaints in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

  • Mandates that when a local school district submits a complaint response to the State Department of Education, a copy must be simultaneously provided to the child's parents along with any State Department correspondence and response.

  • Maintains all complaints under existing confidentiality requirements established by IDEA.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2011.

Legislative Description

Students with disabilities; revise complaint procedures to supply parents with response information.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/1/2011

Full Bill Text

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