Section 281.41.224. Requirements for jointly establishing eligibility.

       41.224(1) Requirements for AEAs or LEAs in general. AEAs or LEAs that establish joint eligibility under this rule must:

        a.           Adopt policies and procedures that are consistent with the state’s policies and procedures under rules 281—41.101(256B,34CFR300) to 281—41.163(256B,34CFR300) and 281—41.165(256B,34CFR300) to 281—41.187(256B); and

        b.           Be jointly responsible for implementing programs that receive assistance under Part B of the Act.

       41.224(2) Requirements for educational service agencies in general. If an educational service agency is required by state law to carry out programs under Part B of the Act, the joint responsibilities given to AEAs or LEAs under Part B of the Act:

        a.           Do not apply to the administration and disbursement of any payments received by that educational service agency; and

        b.           Must be carried out only by that educational service agency.

       41.224(3) Additional requirement. Notwithstanding any other provision of rule 281—41.223(256B,34CFR300) and this rule, an educational service agency must provide for the education of children with disabilities in the least restrictive environment, as required by this chapter.