Iowa Admin. Code r. 281-41.220

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 10, November 13, 2024

Rule 281-41.220 - Exception for prior local plans

(1)General. If an AEA or LEA or a state agency described in rule 281-41.228(256B, 34CFR300) has on file with the SEA policies and procedures that demonstrate that the AEA or LEA or state agency meets any requirement of rule 281-41.200(256B, 34CFR300), including any policies and procedures filed under Part B of the Act as in effect before December 3, 2004, the SEA must consider the AEA or LEA or state agency to have met that requirement for purposes of receiving assistance under Part B of the Act.

(2)Modification made by an AEA or LEA or state agency. Subject to subrule 41.220(3), policies and procedures submitted by an LEA or a state agency remain in effect until the AEA or LEA or state agency submits to the SEA the modifications that the AEA or LEA or state agency determines are necessary.

(3)Modifications required by the SEA. The SEA may require an AEA or LEA or a state agency to modify its policies and procedures, but only to the extent necessary to ensure the LEA's or state agency's compliance with Part B of the Act or state law, if:

a. After December 3, 2004, the effective date of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004, the applicable provisions of the Act, or the regulations developed to carry out the Act, are amended;

b. There is a new interpretation of an applicable provision of the Act by federal or state courts; or

c. There is an official finding of noncompliance with federal or state law or regulations.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 281-41.220

Adopted by IAB April 17, 2024/Volume XLVI, Number 21, effective 5/22/2024