34 CFR § 299.12 - Ombudsman.

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# 299.12 Ombudsman.

To help ensure equity for eligible private school children, teachers, and other educational personnel, an SEA must direct the ombudsman designated under section 1117 of the ESEA and § 200.68 to monitor and enforce the requirements in §§ 299.6 through 299.11.

[89 FR 70344, Aug. 29, 2024]