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Introduced
01/06/2026
01/06/2026
In Committee
01/06/2026
01/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to require school districts that enroll a child whose parents or guardians have been relocated to the school district under military orders to facilitate comparable special education services that are in place within 30 days after the student’s enrollment. This bill also proposes to allow a child of a member of the armed forces to continue to attend the child’s school of origin during the school year if the child’s parent or guardian who is a member of the armed forces receives orders directing the member to a location outside the school district.
AI Summary
This bill aims to support military-connected students by ensuring continuity of education when their families relocate due to military orders. Specifically, it requires school districts to facilitate comparable special education services, such as those under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or an individualized education program (IEP), within 30 days of a military child's enrollment, including transferring records and conducting necessary evaluations. Additionally, if a military parent or guardian receives orders to move outside the school district during the academic year, their child will be allowed to remain in their current school, known as the "school of origin," until the end of that school year, with an option for 11th graders to continue for an additional year.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read first time and referred to the Committee on Education (on 01/06/2026)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.568 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0568/H-0568%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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