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AB 784

Special education: specialized deaf and hard-of-hearing services.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joshua Hoover

AB 784 establishes specialized deaf and hard-of-hearing services within California special education to ensure students receive culturally and linguistically appropriate instruction and support.

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 44, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · AB 784

Legislative bill overview

AB 784 establishes or modifies specialized services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students within California's special education framework. The bill was unanimously passed by the Senate and signed into law by the Governor in July 2025, indicating broad legislative support for expanding educational accommodations for this student population.

Why is this important

Deaf and hard-of-hearing students often require specialized instruction in sign language, audiology services, and culturally responsive education that standard special education programs may not provide. This legislation ensures California's education system develops dedicated resources and services to meet these students' unique linguistic and developmental needs, potentially improving academic outcomes and social integration.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms: The bill's implementation costs and whether sufficient state funding is allocated to districts, particularly smaller or rural districts with fewer deaf students
  • Service standardization: Defining what constitutes "specialized" services and ensuring consistent quality across California's diverse school districts
  • Staffing requirements: Availability of qualified deaf educators, sign language interpreters, and audiologists to meet increased demand for specialized services

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

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