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This bill requires the New Hampshire Department of Education to create and maintain a comprehensive tracking system for special education complaints. The tracking system will capture detailed information about each complaint, including filing dates, contact information for complainants and respondents, school district details, a summary of allegations, key process dates, investigation status updates, and complaint outcomes. The department must publish redacted summaries of these complaints on its website within 30 days of finalizing each case, ensuring compliance with student privacy laws like the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Additionally, the bill mandates an annual report to be published by July 1st starting in 2026, which will be shared with specific education-related offices and legislative committees. This annual report will provide an overview of the total number of complaints filed, resolution details, systemic issues identified, and actions taken to address those issues. By implementing this tracking and reporting system, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in special education complaint management. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and is estimated to have a fiscal impact of less than $10,000 annually.

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