Nebraska LB589 amends reimbursement for special education programs and requires school districts to provide special education staff with professional.
Nebraska LB589 changes the reimbursement process for special education programs and support services. It mandates that the Department of Education reimburse school districts 80% of their allowable excess costs for special education and support services. If General Fund appropriations are insufficient, the remaining reimbursement will be paid from the Education Future Fund. The bill also requires school districts to provide special education staff with four days of professional leave annually for completing essential documentation for students receiving special education services.
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