State Rep. Robb Greene's (R-Shelbyville) bill to enable Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy for children who are transitioning from center- or homebased ABA into their local school passed the House.
Greene said his bill would allow schools, at request of the parent, to facilitate the usage of ABA therapy at public schools during these transitional periods, adding that this period of time is a critical time in that child's educational journey.
"These periods of transition from therapy to school are some of the most fragile periods. In fact, it was one of the most-voiced concerns during the public comment period during the ABA Working Group this summer," Greene said. "Through this bill, we can open the way for these students to receive this life-changing service so that they can have every opportunity to succeed in the classroom."
Greene said his bill would require qualified ABA therapy providers to complete the same background check requirements as all other professionals working in public schools. He added that the bill would not require the school to pay for the services of an ABA therapy provider, nor the background checks required.
House Bill 1102 now moves to the Senate floor for consideration.
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