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Introduced
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 2 of Chapter 2B of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to promise scholarship accounts, so as to require participating private schools to comply with the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education (IDEA) Act and Section 504 of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973; to require participating schools to implement participating students' IEPs and Section 504 plans; to provide for rules and policies requiring parents of participating students to provide complete copies of such plans to participating schools; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Protecting All Learners Act," amends Georgia's promise scholarship accounts legislation to require participating private schools to fully support students with disabilities. Specifically, the bill mandates that private schools fully implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) plans and Section 504 plans for enrolled students with disabilities. An IEP is a legally binding document that outlines specialized educational services for students with disabilities, while a Section 504 plan provides accommodations for students with disabilities in educational settings. The bill requires parents to provide complete copies of their child's most recent IEP or Section 504 plan to the participating school within ten days of enrollment. Additionally, schools must comply with the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which are landmark civil rights laws designed to ensure educational equity for students with disabilities. The legislation will take effect on July 1, 2025, and will repeal any conflicting laws, ultimately aiming to strengthen disability support in private schools participating in the scholarship program.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 02/24/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70579 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/233226 |
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