Laws, Regulations and Policies
In 2001, Ohio began the Help Me Grow System. The system has a set of laws, rules and regulations that govern the program. These rules define the operation of Ohio's statewide, comprehensive, coordinated, interagency system of services for expectant parents, newborns, infants and toddlers at risk for developmental delay or disabilities.
Federal Law for Help Me Grow Part C
On the federal level, “Part C” is governed by the Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities enacted in 1986 under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA; 20; U.S.C., Section 1431 et seq.). IDEA was reauthorized by Congress in 1997 with the law becoming effective July 1, 1987. Final federal regulations became effective March 1999 and are found in Title 34, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 303.
Federal Law: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Amendments of 1997
Federal Regulations Part 303 - Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities
State Rules and Policies for Help Me Grow
On the State and Local level, Help Me Grow is governed by rules and policies.
Help Me Grow Rules
Help Me Grow Draft Policies
Help Me Grow Policies