This bill establishes a prohibition on the use of special education funding for students who are not receiving special education services. It amends existing laws by inserting new language into RSA 186-C:18 and RSA 198:42, specifying that funds distributed under these sections cannot be expended for educational services intended for non-special education students. The bill allows for incidental provision of special education curricula or pedagogy to non-special education students only when necessary for compliance with applicable laws or rules, and mandates that all reasonable efforts be made to minimize such incidental provisions.

The new legal language inserted into the current law emphasizes the restriction on the use of special education funds, ensuring that these resources are dedicated solely to students who require special education services. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, reinforcing the commitment to proper allocation of educational funding and compliance with educational regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 186-C:18, 198:42