Special education; definition of a parent to make decisions relating thereto. (HB2537)
Introduced By
Del. David Toscano (D-Charlottesville)
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Description
Special education; definition of parent. Defines "parent" for the purposes of special education identification, evaluation, and placement of a child and the provision of a free appropriate public education to a child. Amends § 22.1-213.1 (“Definition of \u201cparent.\u201d.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »


Comments
As a foster parent to a child with special needs, we have had a continuous battle with social services in getting him the help he needs. This bill would allow us to make those choices for him, acting as his advocate in all things. We fully support this bill!