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Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education

Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE)

The Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) outlines the specific requirements for how special education is implemented in Michigan. Michigan rules are aligned to federal regulations.

By the authority of the superintendent of public instruction under sections 1701 and 1703 of the revised school code, 1976 PA 451, MCL 380.1701 and 380.1703, and Executive Reorganization Order No. 1996-7, MCL 388.994 

MARSE promulgated June 27, 2024

Part 1: General Provisions (Rules 340.1701-340.1717)

Part 2: Initial Evaluation, Time Lines, Individualized Education Program, District Responsibilities, and Due Process Procedures (Rules 340.1721-340.1725f)

Part 3: Administration of Programs and Services (Rules 340.1732-340.1758)

Part 4: Qualifications of Directors and Supervisors (Rules 340.1771-340.1774)

Part 5: Qualifications of Teachers and Other Personnel (Rules 340.1781-340.1799g)

Part 6: Financing (Rules 340.1801-340.1812)

Part 7: Development and Submission of Intermediate School Districts' Plans and Monitoring (Rules 340.1831-340.1839)

Part 8: State Complaints (Rules 340.1851-340.1855)

Part 9: Records and Confidentiality (Rule 340.1861)

Part 10: Birth to Three (Rule 340.1862)