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- Held for consideration in education
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BILL NUMBER:A10644
Title of bill
An act to amend the state finance law, in relation to creation of the teacher training initiative fund for autism; and making an appropriation therefor
Purpose of general idea of bill
To establish a fund that will be used to create a training program for current or future teachers who have the responsibility of teaching children diagnosed with autism.
Summary of specific provisions
The state finance law is amended by adding a new section 95-ee
Justification
Teachers who may have children with autism in their classroom or at other times should have the proper training so that they are able to understand and be aware of the proper teaching methods and care necessary to provide a quality education for a child with autism. These, funds will allow for the creation of the most up-to-date teaching program including the best techniques and practices for teaching chil- dren with autism.
Prior legislative history
A.10989 - 2008; A.4580 - 2009
Fiscal implications
The sum of ten million dollars, or so much thereof as may be necessary, is appropriated to the teacher training initiative fund for autism as established of the state finance law from any moneys in the state treasury in the general fund.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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