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NY S05791

Bill

Status

Introduced

6/14/2013

Primary Sponsor

John Flanagan

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Origin

Senate

2013-2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires public schools to notify parents or guardians upon a child's enrollment or attendance about their rights regarding referral and evaluation for special education services under federal and state law

  • Permits schools to direct parents to the Department's website for a parent's guide to special education in New York State for children ages three through twenty-one

  • Mandates that notifications include the name and contact information for the chairperson of the school district's Committee on Special Education or the individual responsible for processing referrals

  • Takes effect July 1, 2015, with authorization for the Department to adopt necessary rules and regulations immediately

Legislative Description

Relates to certain information about special education upon entry to school.

Last Action

SUBSTITUTED BY A4054A

6/18/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules6/18/2014
Education6/14/2013

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