House Bill No. 315 enacts R.S. 17:1960.1, establishing the Blind and Visually Impaired Child's Bill of Rights in Louisiana. This legislation recognizes the rights of children who are blind, visually impaired, or deaf-blind to achieve independence and self-actualization, similar to their peers without disabilities. It mandates that public schools and publicly funded programs provide appropriate assessments, specialized instruction, and resources tailored to the unique needs of these students. Key provisions include ensuring access to braille materials, qualified teachers, and comprehensive support services, as well as fostering parental involvement in educational planning.

The bill outlines specific responsibilities for educational authorities, such as providing individualized education programs that include communication plans, employing trained personnel, and ensuring that students have access to all educational programs. It emphasizes the importance of placing students in environments that cater to their individual needs and promoting their participation as active members of their communities. Importantly, the bill clarifies that it does not create new legal rights for students or parents beyond those already established in existing law.