The Child Abuse Prevention Act (CAPTA), and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) have been amended to require state child welfare and Part C early intervention systems to establish procedures for the referral of maltreated and drug exposed infants and toddlers to Part C early intervention services.
Federal Regulations
The Secretary issues final regulations governing the Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities.
Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers With Disabilities; Assistance to States for the Education of Children With Disabilities; Final Rule and Proposed Rule