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This bill aims to support military families by making two key changes to Connecticut's education laws. First, it requires local school boards to take proactive steps to help children of military service members transition smoothly when enrolling in a new school mid-year, particularly for students with individualized education programs (IEPs) or Section 504 plans. These steps include transferring previous school records, conducting necessary evaluations within 30 days of enrollment, and holding meetings to ensure comparable special education services are provided. Second, the bill allows children of military service members to remain enrolled in their current school even if their parent receives military orders transferring them away from the town during the school year, providing stability for military families. The bill defines military families using the state's definition of armed forces members and applies to children between ages 5 and 21 who are not high school graduates. These provisions are designed to minimize educational disruption for children whose parents serve in the military, recognizing the unique challenges these families face when relocating.

Military Affairs and Security

Veterans' and Military Affairs Committee (J)

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