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

It became law on Mar 24, 2025.

VA HB 2219 · House Bill · 2025

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What it does

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…

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    Mar 24, 2025

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