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Early Intervention Chapter 257 final rate increase is 32.9%
Thank You to the EI Leaders Team, the MEIC Board, our Legislative Champions, the EOHHS/DPH Leaders who worked so diligently on the rate review, and all the EI Programs that provided testimony in support of the rate increase.
This EI rate increase is the result of a lot of hard work and collaboration throughout the long two-year rate setting process. We are grateful to everyone that contributed to this team effort.
The final adoption date for posting in the Mass Register is March 29, 2024. The effective date is July 1, 2024
Click here to view the final rate.
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State Advocacy
Governor Charlie Baker and Lauren Baker, First Lady of Massachusetts, visited The Professional Center for Child Development to meet with students, parents and staff, and read to the children.
The Professional Center for Child Development hosted a Legislative Coffee which, provided an opportunity for parents, Early Intervention partners and advocates to talk with area Legislators about the impact Early Intervention Services have on the lives of young children and their families.
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Federal Advocacy/National News
The Federal Advocacy Sub-Committee of the ICC (Inter-agency Coordinating Council) has been established to assist the Early Intervention Community in a greater understanding of Federal Issues, and to develop effective strategies for Federal Advocacy. This committee does not currently meet regularly.
Click here to learn which Congressperson covers your program and how to contact them. Please note, some programs span several districts.
Resources for exploration of federal special education issues and IDEA
Bridges 4 Kids is a non-profit parent organization providing an internet-based system of information and referral for parents and professionals working with children from birth through transition to adult life.
The National Education Association (NEA), the nation’s largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA’s 3 million members work at every level of education – from preschool to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and more than 14,000 communities across the United States.
The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) is dedicated to improving results for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities ages birth through 21 by providing leadership and financial support to assist states and local districts.
Wrights Law provides information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.
Zero to Three works to ensure that babies and toddlers benefit from the early connections that are critical to their well-being and development.