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NJ A4114
NJ A4114Requires DOE to define expenditures for behavior modification at approved private schools for students with disabilities as allowable instructional cost for purposes of tuition rate setting.
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Introduced
04/04/2024
04/04/2024
In Committee
04/04/2024
04/04/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill directs the Department of Education to define expenditures for behavior modification as an allowable instructional cost for approved private schools for students with disabilities (APSSDs). Behavior modification is an evidenced-based instructional strategy and is a vital component to the individualized education program (IEP) for many students with disabilities, including those with autism and emotional disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Department of Education (DOE) to define expenditures for behavior modification as an allowable instructional cost for approved private schools for students with disabilities (APSSDs). Behavior modification is an evidence-based instructional strategy and a vital component of the individualized education program (IEP) for many students with disabilities, including those with autism and emotional disabilities. This change will ensure that the tuition rates for these APSSDs appropriately account for this necessary educational service.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 04/04/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4114 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A4500/4114_I1.HTM |
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