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AB 2468

School accountability: pupils with disabilities: inclusion.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Darsh Patel

California bill strengthens school accountability measures for effectively including and serving students with disabilities in mainstream educational settings.

From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 7. Noes 0.) (July 1). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
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Bill Summary · AB 2468

Legislative bill overview

AB 2468 modifies California's school accountability system to strengthen requirements around the inclusion and educational outcomes of students with disabilities. The bill appears to establish or enhance metrics that schools must meet regarding how effectively they serve and integrate students with disabilities into mainstream educational settings and programs.

Why is this important

Students with disabilities have historically faced barriers to full inclusion in regular classrooms and school activities, which can limit their academic and social development. How schools are measured and held accountable directly influences whether they prioritize inclusive practices, making accountability requirements a significant lever for policy change in special education.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of "inclusion": Disagreement may arise over whether inclusion means physical placement in regular classrooms, meaningful academic participation, or both, with different stakeholders prioritizing different outcomes
  • Resource implications: Schools may argue that stronger accountability requirements for students with disabilities require additional funding and staff training, raising concerns about unfunded mandates
  • Assessment fairness: Questions about how to fairly measure progress and outcomes for students with diverse disabilities without creating punitive accountability systems that discourage schools from serving students with significant support needs

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

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