Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service

UConn UCEDD

10 hours ago

Big changes are coming to special education in Connecticut.

CT lawmakers have passed sweeping legislation to:
✅ Freeze private special ed tuition for 2025–26
✅ Create a universal rate system for transparency
✅ Expand in-district supports with $60M in new funding
✅ Audit private programs & improve oversight

While some celebrate better cost control & local investment, others worry about rushed timelines and weakened protections for families. 💬

Let’s keep students at the center of this conversation. #SpecialEducation #CTLegislation #InclusionMatters #EdEquity

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Why CT special education funding bills are dividing advocates

ctmirror.org

The controversial bills would change how Connecticut’s private special education programs are funded and may bill for services.