Delaware 153rd General Assembly Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

HB 358 — Elopement of Students with IEPs and 504 Plans/Guidelines

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced June 09, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill provides guidelines for Delaware schools to handle elopement incidents involving students with IEPs and 504 Plans.

This Act establishes requirements for schools to notify parents when a student with an IEP or 504 Plan elopes. It also mandates annual reviews of these students' plans to address elopement behaviors.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families will be promptly informed if their child with an IEP or 504 Plan elopes from school.

Summary

This Act provides guidelines for Delaware schools in addressing elopement of students with IEPs and 504 Plans. This Act requires schools to notify the eloping student’s parent or guardian the same day as the elopement incident and requires that, once a year, the student’s IEP or 504 team review and address a student’s elopement behavior to determine if the IEP or 504 Plan should be adjusted.

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (61)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 358 do?
This Act provides guidelines for Delaware schools in addressing elopement of students with IEPs and 504 Plans. This Act requires schools to notify the eloping student’s parent or guardian the same day as the elopement incident and requires that, once a year, the student’s IEP or 504 team review and address a student’s elopement behavior to determine if the IEP or 504 Plan should be adjusted.
Who sponsors HB 358?
HB 358 is sponsored by Debra Heffernan (Democratic).
What is the current status of HB 358?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced June 09, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB 358?
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