SB 24-069

Senate Bill 24-069, which has been approved and will take effect on August 7, 2024, requires the Colorado Department of Education to create a training program that explains Individualized Education Program (IEP) laws and procedures in simple language. This program will cover topics like parent and student rights and will be available both online and through in-person sessions. The bill also allocates $75,288 from the state's general fund for its implementation during the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This means that by July 1, 2026, parents and students will have access to clearer information about IEPs, helping them better understand their rights and options.

Official Summary

On or before July 1, 2026, the act requires the department of education to: Create, deliver, and make publicly available a training program, in plain and easy-to-understand language, regarding individualized education program laws and procedures, including parent and student rights; and Deliver the training program in person and make the training program and related information publicly available online. For the 2024-25 state fiscal year, the act appropriates $75,288 from the general fund to the department to implement the act. APPROVED by Governor June 5, 2024 EFFECTIVE August 7, 2024(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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