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MA S2496
To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities
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Introduced
07/19/2021
07/19/2021
In Committee
07/19/2021
07/19/2021
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, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2496).
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) opportunities for children with disabilities. It proposes to amend the state's education law to require the board of education to make available an optional program for regular education teachers to receive training and practical experience in using AAC for students who are nonverbal or have limited speech, such as those with autism spectrum disorder, acquired brain injury, or cerebral palsy. The bill also allows the board to require that individual professional development plans address the learning needs of students who are nonverbal or have limited speech.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (10)
Brian Ashe (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Tom Stanley (D),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Other Sponsors (1)
Committee on Education (J)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 07/19/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2496 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2496.pdf |
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