Bill
B 26-0403
Overview: B 26-0403, Education Continuity for Students in the Care of D.C. Amendment Act of 2025, Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0403 Published in the District of Columbia Register
Overview: B 26-0403, Education Continuity for Students in the Care of D.C. Amendment Act of 2025, Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0403 Published in the District of Columbia Register, Introduced on October 06, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to improve educational outcomes for students in the District's foster care system. It seeks to ensure that these vulnerable children have consistent access to educational services and support, even as they move between different placements.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the District's child welfare agency to coordinate with local schools to develop individualized education plans for students in foster care
- Mandates the immediate enrollment of foster care students in new schools, even without typical enrollment documentation
- Provides for the seamless transfer of student records between schools to minimize disruptions
- Establishes a dedicated education specialist position within the child welfare agency
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Students in the District's foster care system, who will benefit from greater educational stability and support
- The District's child welfare and education agencies, which will need to coordinate more closely and take on new responsibilities
- Foster parents and caregivers, who will have an easier time ensuring educational continuity for the children in their care
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been published in the District of Columbia Register, indicating the Council's intent to take action on it
- If passed, the new requirements would take effect at the start of the next school year
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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