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VA HB1373
Bill
Status
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Stacey Annie Carroll
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AI Summary
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Requires the Virginia Department of Education to assess strategies for maximizing funds designated for regional special education students through the Students with Intensive Support Needs Application program
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Aims to decrease referrals of students with disabilities to private day school placements by improving utilization of existing public funding
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Department must collaborate with the Office of Children's Services, House Appropriations Committee staff, Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee staff, and other stakeholders
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Review must consider barriers to fund maximization, allowable disability categories, cost recognition, and supplemental funding for school divisions operating center-based programs for students with disabilities
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Findings and recommendations due to chairs of House and Senate education and appropriations committees by December 15, 2026
Legislative Description
Regional special ed.; DOE to assess enhancements &strategies to maximize use of funds for students.
Last Action
Continued to next session in Finance and Appropriations (14-Y 0-N)
3/6/2026