New Jersey S3140 expands early intervention services to include children from birth to five years old.

New Jersey S3140 amends the state's early intervention services to include children from birth to five years old. The bill mandates the Department of Health to apply for necessary state plan amendments or waivers to secure federal financial participation for state expenditures under Part H of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. This expansion ensures that eligible children with developmental delays or disabilities receive necessary services up to age five, aligning with federal standards.

New Jersey S3140 expands early intervention services to include children from birth to five years old.

New Jersey S3140 amends the state's early intervention services to include children from birth to five years old. The bill mandates the Department of Health to apply for necessary state plan amendments or waivers to secure federal financial participation for state expenditures under Part H of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. This expansion ensures that eligible children with developmental delays or disabilities receive necessary services up to age five, aligning with federal standards.