House Bill No. 7218, titled "An Act Concerning Special Education," proposes a technical amendment to the definition of "special education" in section 10-76a of the general statutes. The bill repeals the existing subdivision (4) and substitutes it with new language that clarifies that special education includes specially designed instruction developed in accordance with the regulations of the commissioner and approved by the State Board of Education. This instruction is provided at no cost to parents or guardians and is tailored to meet the unique needs of children with disabilities, encompassing various settings such as classrooms, homes, hospitals, and institutions, as well as physical education and related services.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and is expected to have no fiscal impact on the state or municipalities. The Education Committee has reported the bill favorably, indicating broad support with a vote of 33 in favor and 11 against. The changes made by this bill are primarily grammatical and do not alter the substantive provisions of the existing law.