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HB 309

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 14 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Kerri Harris and 4 co-sponsors

Delaware bill HB 309 amends education code to modify services and supports for students with autism spectrum disorder in public schools.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
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Bill Summary · HB 309

Legislative bill overview

HB 309 proposes amendments to Delaware's education code (Title 14) specifically addressing services and support systems for students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The bill was introduced in March 2026 and is currently under review by the House Education Committee. The specific provisions have not yet been publicly detailed in available legislative summaries.

Why is this important

Students with autism spectrum disorder represent a growing population in Delaware schools, with varying support needs ranging from speech therapy to behavioral interventions to specialized classroom environments. How states structure ASD services affects educational outcomes, resource allocation, and the ability of school districts to meet individualized education plan (IEP) requirements under federal law. This legislation could impact funding mechanisms, teacher training requirements, or service delivery standards across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding implications – Expanding or restructuring ASD services requires budgetary commitments; districts may debate whether new mandates come with sufficient appropriations
  • Service definition and standardization – Determining which interventions are covered, how they're delivered, and what qualifications providers must have creates implementation complexity
  • Equity across districts – Smaller or under-resourced school districts may struggle differently than larger ones to implement new requirements, raising fairness concerns

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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