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MA H3978
To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities
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Introduced
07/21/2021
07/21/2021
In Committee
07/21/2021
07/21/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) opportunities for children with disabilities. It requires the state board of education to make an optional training program available to all regular education teachers. The program would include coursework and practical experience in using AAC, which are communication methods used by individuals with limited or no verbal abilities, 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 (18)
Brian Ashe (D),
Christine Barber (D),
Tackey Chan (D),
Marcos Devers (D),
Paul Donato (D),
Michelle DuBois (D),
Nika Elugardo (D),
Kim Ferguson (R),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Pat Haddad (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Kay Khan (D),
John Lawn (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Christina Minicucci (D),
Brian Murray (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Tom Stanley (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Committee on Education (J)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3978 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3978.pdf |
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