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NH HB121
Bill
Status
Engrossed
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Glenn Cordelli
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AI Summary
- Each local school district must establish a District Special Education Parent Advisory Council (DSEPAC) composed of up to 11 parents with representation from each town in the district
- Council members serve 2-year terms with option for one additional consecutive term, selected through an open application process with initial members chosen by local parent-teacher organizations
- Councils must meet at least quarterly with district administration to advise on special education programs, policies, and student safety matters
- Districts must hold at least one annual workshop with the DSEPAC to review parents' and students' rights under state and federal disability law, including IEP processes and dispute resolution options
- DSEPAC must submit an annual report to the school board by July 1 summarizing activities, recommendations, and parent concerns, to be published on the district website
- Effective date: September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relative to school district financial requirements and district probation processes.
Last Action
Hearing: 02/12/2026, Room 103, State House, 09:00 am; Senate Calendar 5
2/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Education Finance1/30/2026
Education Policy and Administration1/6/2025
Full Bill Text
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