The proposed resolution, introduced by Councilmember Brooke Pinto, addresses an urgent need to amend existing legislation regarding the provision of special education services to individuals in the custody of the District of Columbia's Department of Corrections (DOC). Specifically, it seeks to designate the DOC as the responsible agency for providing a free appropriate public education (FAPE) under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to eligible individuals aged 18 and older who are incarcerated. This amendment is necessary to ensure that these individuals continue to receive the special education services they are entitled to, particularly as the previous arrangement with Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools has expired.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of immediate action to prevent any disruption in the delivery of required educational services for eligible individuals in DOC custody. It notes that emergency legislation was previously passed to address this issue, but further action is needed to extend the DOC's designation for the upcoming school years. The Council recognizes the urgency of the situation and aims to adopt the resolution after a single reading to ensure continuity of services and compliance with federal and District laws.