LEARNS Amendment Act of 2025 expands special education services for incarcerated individuals in DC.
The LEARNS Amendment Act of 2025 amends the District of Columbia's Department of Corrections to ensure that all students with disabilities in its custody receive a free appropriate public education from age 18 through the end of their eligibility for special education services. The Department of Corrections must contract with an education provider experienced in serving students with disabilities, offering in-person instruction and understanding their unique needs.
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