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Indiana Code › Title 12 › Article 12.7 › Chapter 2 › Section 12-12.7-2-5

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Sec. 5. The purposes of this chapter are as follows:

(1) To enhance the development and minimize the potential for developmental delay of infants and toddlers with disabilities.

(2) To reduce educational costs to the state by minimizing the need for special education and related services after infants and toddlers with disabilities reach school age.

(3) To minimize the likelihood of institutionalization and maximize the potential for independent living of individuals with disabilities.

(4) To enhance the capacity of families to meet the special needs of infants and toddlers with disabilities.

(5) To comply with 20 U.S.C. 1431 through 1444.

As added by P.L.93-2006, SEC.11. Amended by P.L.210-2015, SEC.27.

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