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Introduced
02/02/2021
02/02/2021
In Committee
03/18/2021
03/18/2021
Crossed Over
03/03/2021
03/03/2021
Passed
03/19/2021
03/19/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/19/2021
03/19/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO SPECIAL EDUCATION; ENACTING THE SPECIAL EDUCATION OMBUD ACT; ESTABLISHING THE OFFICE OF THE STATE SPECIAL EDUCATION OMBUD; PROVIDING DUTIES; REQUIRING INVESTIGATION AND RESOLUTION OF CONCERNS; PROVIDING ACCESS TO STUDENT EDUCATIONAL RECORDS; PROVIDING FOR THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF RECORDS; PROVIDING POTENTIAL ACTIONS FOR NONCOMPLIANCE; REQUIRING AN ANNUAL REPORT; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Office of the State Special Education Ombud within the Developmental Disabilities Planning Council. The Ombud will identify, investigate, and resolve concerns about special education services, assist students and parents in protecting educational rights, inform them about resources, and collaborate with the Public Education Department to ensure dispute resolution processes are available. The Ombud must report annually on actions taken, concerns identified, and recommendations for improving special education services and protecting student rights. The bill also requires public schools to post and distribute information about the Ombud, prohibits interference or retaliation against those who file concerns, and authorizes the Council to take action against noncompliance.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education, Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Signed by Governor - Chapter 53 - Apr. 5 (on 03/19/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=222&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/final/HB0222.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/house/HB0222.pdf |
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