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NJ S1180
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Raj Mukherji
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Education to develop and distribute a standardized transition checklist to help students with disabilities prepare for post-secondary life, covering education, employment, healthcare, legal status, Social Security, Medicaid, and independent living
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Mandates IEP teams to review the checklist with students and parents at least twice per year, beginning the school year when the student turns 16 (or younger if appropriate)
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Requires the checklist to include timelines and current contact information for agencies and community resources available to assist with post-secondary transitions
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Directs the Department of Education to maintain and periodically update website information on transition resources for students with disabilities, parents, school districts, and the public
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IEP teams must consider the checklist elements when developing transition services plans based on individual student needs
Legislative Description
Requires DOE to develop transition checklist for students with disabilities; requires DOE to maintain information on website concerning transition resources.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/9/2024