HB 1454 - DIGEST

Requires the office of the superintendent of public instruction to: (1) Convene an advisory group to design a coordinated and responsive system for meeting the diverse needs of students with disabilities;

(2) Develop and broadly publicize a process for local education associations to apply to have one or more schools designated as a special education demonstration project; and

(3) Establish a technical assistance program to provide resources and best practice guidance on inclusive education practices and improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

Authorizes the superintendent of public instruction and the state board of education to: (1) Grant waivers of statutes and rules for special education demonstration projects; and

(2) Provide an expedited review of requests for the waivers.

Expires August 1, 2023.