NC 1501-12.9 Rule of Construction

Plain English summary

This rule clarifies that states cannot use IDEA funds to replace or satisfy state-mandated funding obligations to LEAs, such as attendance-based, enrollment-based, or inflation-adjusted funding. It serves as a construction rule ensuring IDEA funds supplement rather than supplant state financial responsibilities. The rule references federal statutory and regulatory authority explicitly cited within the NC text.

Key requirements

• A State may not use IDEA funds to satisfy State-law mandated funding obligations to LEAs
• Prohibited uses include funding based on student attendance or enrollment, or inflation

Affected parties

• State education agencies
• Local Education Agencies (LEAs)
• Special education program administrators

Official source

https://www.dpi.nc.gov/documents/publications/catalog/ec144-policies-governing-services/open#page=47