This bill amends and reenacts several sections of Louisiana's Revised Statutes related to special education, enhancing the training requirements for school board members to include special education policy. It mandates the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) to adopt rules for behavioral health services and establish a dispute resolution process. Additionally, public school governing authorities are required to report annually to their special education advisory councils, covering financial data, academic performance of special education students, and compliance violations. The bill also extends the prescriptive period for special education due process hearings from one year to two years and allows BESE to create an early resolution process for disputes, with enforceable written agreements.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that cameras must be installed in special education classrooms within ninety days of a parental request. This provision aims to enhance transparency and accountability in special education settings. The overall intent of the bill is to improve the quality of special education services and ensure better oversight and support for students with special needs in Louisiana.

Statutes affected:
HB153 Original: 17:53(A)(3), 17:1(D), 17:1946(B)
HB153 Engrossed: 17:53(A)(3), 17:1(D), 17:1946(B)
HB153 Enrolled: 17:53(A)(3), 17:1(D), 17:1946(B)
HB153 Act : 17:53(A)(3), 17:1(D), 17:1946(B)