military children; special education; enrollment

HB 4048 simplifies school enrollment for military-connected children with disabilities in Arizona when their parent is on active duty and relocating within the state. It allows schools to accept electronic applications and use military housing (like temporary on-base housing or leased homes) as proof of residency, eliminating standard residency barriers. Schools must immediately provide comparable special education services using the child's previous individualized education program (IEP) or 504 plan, and develop a new IEP within 30 days of enrollment. This directly affects military families moving due to official orders, ensuring continuity of support without enrollment delays.