Florida S0072 mandates timelines for IEP evaluations and meetings, and requires orientations for parents of students eligible for special education.

Florida S0072 amends the state's education code to require school districts to complete an evaluation to determine if a student is eligible for an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) within 60 days of parental consent. Once eligibility is determined, an IEP team meeting must be convened within 30 days. The bill also mandates that parents of students newly identified for special education services receive an individualized orientation, including an overview of procedural safeguards, parental rights and responsibilities, and instructions on accessing service logs.

Florida S0072 mandates timelines for IEP evaluations and meetings, and requires orientations for parents of students eligible for special education.

Florida S0072 amends the state's education code to require school districts to complete an evaluation to determine if a student is eligible for an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) within 60 days of parental consent. Once eligibility is determined, an IEP team meeting must be convened within 30 days. The bill also mandates that parents of students newly identified for special education services receive an individualized orientation, including an overview of procedural safeguards, parental rights and responsibilities, and instructions on accessing service logs.