SB 1034: Students who need or use augmentative and alternative communication; documentation of needs.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Students who need or use augmentative and alternative communication; documentation of needs on individualized education program; staff training. Requires each school division to document on the individualized education program of a student with a disability who needs or uses augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) such student's AAC and communication access and support needs prior to the provision of instruction or support to such student, including any extended school year period. The bill defines AAC as any method or tool other than oral speech that an individual uses to communicate, including gestures, facial expressions, writing, and speech-generating devices. The bill also requires each school division to provide to each employee or contractor who provides instruction or direct support to a student with a disability who needs or uses an AAC individualized training as an assistive technology to support the student's use of AAC and to ensure that access to curricula and instruction is designed or adapted as necessary to accommodate the student's unique communication access needs. The bill also establishes a timeline for such training based on certain circumstances. This bill is identical to HB 2219.

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. March 24, 2025Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0469)
2. March 24, 2025Approved by Governor-Chapter 469 (Effective 07/01/25)
3. March 11, 2025Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB1034)
4. March 11, 2025Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
5. March 11, 2025Enrolled Bill Communicated to Governor on March 11, 2025
6. March 10, 2025Signed by President
7. March 7, 2025Signed by Speaker
8. March 7, 2025Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB1034ER)
9. March 7, 2025Enrolled
10. February 21, 2025Conference report agreed to by Senate (40-Y 0-N)
11. February 21, 2025Conference report agreed to by House (95-Y 0-N)
12. February 20, 2025Amended by conference committee

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