The proposed rule sets forth the procedures regarding resolution meetings and due process hearings and decisions following the filing of an administrative due process complaint against a public education agency.  A proposed rule was previously published in the DC Register for public comment on May 29, 2009. (See 56 DC Register 4208.). After the thirty (30) day comment period, public hearings were held on the proposed rule as required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 20 U.S.C. §1400 et seq., 34 C.F.R. §300.165. This re-proposal of the rule takes into account comments made during the prior public comment period and public hearings.

Proposed Resolution Meeting, Due Process Hearing and Final Decision Procedure*

Public Comment Period

Persons wishing to comment on this proposed rule should submit their comments in writing to Kerri L. Briggs, PhD, State Superintendent of Education, 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 350N, Washington, DC 20001, Attn: Proposed Rule 3030; Jessica Morffi; or osse.publiccomment@dc.gov. All comments must be received no later than 30 days after publication of this notice in the DC Register.  Copies of this rulemaking amendment and related information may be obtained by writing to the above address, by calling the Office of the State Superintendent of Education at (202) 727-6436, or on the OSSE website.

The public comment period begins on October 16, 2009 and concludes on November 16, 2009

To speak with someone directly regarding the proposed regulations please contact:

Tammie Picklesimer
Director of Special Education Policy Development
Office: (202) 481-3870
Cell: (202) 615-9667
tammie.picklesimer@dc.gov
osse.dc.gov