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NV SB174

Bill

Status

Failed

6/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

James Ohrenschall

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Origin

Senate

83rd Legislature (2025)

AI Summary

  • School districts and charter schools must develop policies allowing pupils with disabilities who have IEPs or Section 504 plans to receive medically necessary treatment from private instructional personnel (behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologists, clinical social workers) in school settings, with parental consent

  • School employees are prohibited from interfering with the ability of pupils with visual or hearing impairments to carry a cane, walking stick, or use a mobility device on school property

  • State Board of Education must prescribe minimum standards for Braille instruction and guidelines for integrating assistive technology into instruction for pupils with visual impairments

  • IEP teams for pupils with visual or hearing impairments must provide Braille instruction if parents request it, ensure necessary assistive technology services, and document the basis for placement decisions in the least restrictive environment

  • Private instructional personnel providing services in schools must carry professional liability insurance, undergo criminal background checks, and comply with FERPA and HIPAA privacy requirements

Legislative Description

Revises provisions relating to pupils with disabilities. (BDR 34-53)

Last Action

(No further action taken.)

6/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Finance4/21/2025
Education2/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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