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Issue Briefs

Informational Brief

Download CEC's Issue Brief on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Public Funds

Download CEC's Issue Brief on Keeping Public Funds in Public Education

Education Appropriations Issue Brief

Download CEC's Issue Brief on Education Appropriations

Social and Emotional Learning Issue Brief

Download CEC's Issue Brief on Social and Emotional Learning, Positive Climate, and Mental Health Supports. 

Special Education Teacher and Early Intervention Provider Shortages Issue Brief

Download CEC's Issue Brief on Special Education Teacher and Early Intervention Provider Shortages.                    

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