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NJ S2884

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/4/2024

Primary Sponsor

Linda Greenstein

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits school districts from denying evaluation, eligibility determination, or development of individualized education programs (IEPs) for twice exceptional students solely because they demonstrate average academic performance

  • Defines "twice exceptional students" as those who show potential for above-average academic performance compared to grade-level peers while also having one or more disabilities qualifying them for special education services

  • Requires school districts to provide information to parents and guardians about available options for obtaining special education and related services for twice exceptional students

  • Addresses the issue that average performance in twice exceptional students may actually be evidence of a disability's impact, rather than proof that services are unnecessary

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Prohibits twice exceptional students from being denied special education and related services due to average academic performance.

Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

3/4/2024

Committee Referrals

Education3/4/2024

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