The department shall ensure that the provisions of this chapter are implemented by each district. If the department finds evidence that a district makes placements that are inconsistent with the requirements for the least restrictive environment in Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Act, the department shall review the district's justification for its actions and shall assist in planning and implementing any necessary corrective action.

Source: 20 SDR 33, effective September 8, 1993; 23 SDR 31, effective September 8, 1996; 26 SDR 150, effective May 22, 2000; 36 SDR 96, effective December 8, 2009.

General Authority: SDCL 13-37-1.1.

Law Implemented: SDCL 13-37-1.1.