COVID-19 and Dispute Resolution

Author: Julie M. Lane Ed.D.

Today, the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services’ Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) issued Questions and Answers (Q&A) documents in response to inquiries concerning implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B and Part C dispute resolution procedures in the current COVID-19 environment.

IDEA Part C June 22, 2020

IDEA Part B June 22, 2020

OSERS/OSEP will continue to work with state and local leaders to identify any additional areas where it can provide information to support stakeholders in their important work.