Act 173

With the reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), congress articulates its belief that “disability is a natural part of the human experience and in no way diminishes the right of individuals to participate in or contribute to society. Improving educational results for children with disabilities is an essential element of our national policy of ensuring equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities.”

In May 2018, Vermont passed Act 173.

The Vermont General Assembly established the Census-Based Funding Advisory Group in Act 173 of 2018. The purpose of the act is to enhance the effectiveness, availability and equity of services to students who need additional support. The act changes the way special education funding is administered to a census-based funding model.