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PA HB2168

PA HB2168
In Statewide system for provision of early intervention services, further providing for administration by Department of Education.


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Introduced
01/28/2026
In Committee
01/28/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of December 19, 1990 (P.L.1372, No.212), entitled "An act providing for early intervention services for infants, toddlers and preschool children who qualify; establishing the Interagency Coordinating Council and providing for its powers and duties; and conferring powers and duties upon the Department of Education and the State Board of Education, the Department of Health and the Department of Public Welfare," in Statewide system for provision of early intervention services, further providing for administration by Department of Education.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Early Intervention Services System Act to clarify that the Department of Education will administer early intervention services for eligible young children placed in approved special education schools or chartered schools, replacing the term "private schools" with "special education schools" to ensure these services are provided in appropriate educational settings.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Laid on the table (on 02/04/2026)

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