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S. 745 — To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to require notification with respect to individualized education program teams, and for other purposes.
February 26, 2025
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:119
Words:305
S. 745, titled the “Empowering Families in Special Education Act,” proposes an amendment to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The bill aims to enhance communication by mandating that parents be notified ahead of time regarding the formation of their child's...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, if a child with a disability needs a special plan for school, the school must tell the parents about who will be on the team making this plan. This helps parents know they can invite people who know their child well to help make the plan better.
H. R. 1570 — To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to require notification with respect to individualized education program teams, and for other purposes.
February 25, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:291
H. R. 1570 seeks to amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to enhance communication regarding individualized education program (IEP) teams. It requires local educational agencies to notify parents, within a reasonable timeframe before the IEP team convenes,...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about making sure parents know they can bring extra helpers with special knowledge about their child to important school meetings about their child's learning needs. This helps parents feel more prepared and heard when deciding what's best for their child's education.

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