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Mandatory School Notification: Parents' Right to Include IEP Experts.

This law requires schools to notify parents of children with disabilities at the start of every school year about their existing right to include experts on the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team. This ensures parents are fully aware they can bring individuals with specialized knowledge, such as related services personnel, to planning meetings. The goal is to empower parents and enhance the quality of educational support.
Key points
Schools must annually inform parents about their right to invite experts to IEP team meetings.
Parents can include individuals with special expertise, including related services personnel (e.g., therapists).
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Print number: 118_S_3536
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2023-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Think Differently about Education Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3536.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools must annually inform parents about their right to invite experts to IEP team meetings.
  • Parents can include individuals with special expertise, including related services personnel (e.g., therapists).
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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