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This Joint Resolution designates May of each year as "Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Awareness Month" in New Jersey to promote public understanding of the IEP process. An IEP is a legally binding document developed under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for students with disabilities, outlining their specific educational needs, goals, and the special education and related services they will receive, along with accommodations and, for older students, postsecondary goals. The resolution acknowledges that while parents are crucial advocates for their children's success through active participation in IEP development, the complexity of the process can be challenging, and aims to better inform parents about IEP procedures and their rights.