This bill mandates the establishment of a commission to study the costs associated with special education, with a focus on the potential benefits of creating centralized locations for certain special education-related services across the state. Specifically, it adds a new subparagraph to RSA 186-C:1-a, III, which will evaluate whether centralized school administrative units could help reduce expenses related to excess full-time special education staff while still promoting classroom integration.

Additionally, the bill repeals existing provisions related to the commission to study special education, including RSA 186-C:1-a, which will be fully repealed by July 1, 2027. The effective date for the repeal of certain sections is set for June 30, 2026, while the remainder of the act will take effect upon passage. This legislative change aims to streamline the study of special education costs and improve service delivery for students in need.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 186-C:1-a
HB1221 text: 186-C:1-a