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Hawaiʻi Is Failing Special Education Students. Federal Cuts Could Make It Worse
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Hawaiʻi Is Failing Special Education Students. Federal Cuts Could Make It Worse

Families and researchers say possible funding cuts and reduced federal oversight could make it harder for special education students to receive the services they need in schools.

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