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House Education Committee hears bill to remove 11% cap on special education funding
Summary
The Oregon House Education Committee held a public hearing Feb. 17 on House Bill 2,953, which would remove the 11% cap on special-education weights in the state funding formula; witnesses across education, parent and advocacy groups urged passage and supported a dash-3 amendment adding accountability requirements.
The Oregon House Education Committee on Feb. 17 held a public hearing on House Bill 2,953, which would remove the long-standing 11% cap on funding weights for students eligible for special education.
The bill’s supporters told the committee that the cap, set in 1991, leaves many districts paying for special-education costs from general funds and prevents districts from meeting legal obligations under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Witnesses favored the bill along with a dash-3 amendment that would require additional transparency and accountability for how districts spend any new funds.
Advocates and school leaders said the cap understates current need. Lisa Ledson, director with Advocates…
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