If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes regarding the evaluation process for children suspected of having disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Specifically, it would require that if a parent submits a written request for an evaluation between May 1 and August 15, the home school district must either initiate the evaluation or provide written notice of refusal within 15 calendar days of receiving the request. This addition aims to streamline the evaluation process and ensure timely responses from school districts.

Additionally, the bill makes several technical changes to the existing language. It clarifies that the evaluation must be conducted within 60 days of receiving parental consent and specifies that reevaluations should occur at least every three years or upon request, unless agreed otherwise by the parent and the educational agency. The bill also updates terminology, such as changing "public education agency" to "public educational agency," and ensures that all hearings related to these evaluations comply with existing laws regarding the education of students with disabilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-766
House Engrossed Version: 15-766