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MA S377
To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities
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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities. Education.
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) opportunities for children with disabilities. It requires all teachers applying for an initial Massachusetts educator license on or after December 31, 2022, to receive training and preparation in the use of AAC for students who are nonverbal or have limited speech. The training must include coursework in AAC and practical experience in the classroom or other settings with individuals who use AAC. Additionally, the bill mandates that teacher and specialist teacher licensure requirements, subject matter knowledge requirements, professional standards, and educator preparation program approval requirements address AAC competencies to educate students with disabilities who are nonverbal or have limited verbal abilities.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (10)
Patrick O'Connor (R)*,
Brian Ashe (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Tom Stanley (D),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2496 (on 07/19/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S377 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S377.pdf |
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