The Early Development Network (EDN) operates under state regulations and requirements that guide the delivery of early intervention and special education services in Nebraska. The regulations below provide standards and procedures related to special education programs, early intervention services, and special education appeals.
Special Education Rules and Regulations
Three Nebraska Department of Education regulations are particularly relevant to the Early Development Network:
Rule 51: Special Education Program Standards
Nebraska Department of Education regulations and standards for special education programs.
Rule 52: Provision of Early Intervention
Nebraska Department of Education regulations and standards for the provision of early intervention services.
Rule 55: Special Education Appeals
Nebraska Department of Education rules of practice and procedure for due process hearings in special education contested cases.
View the Official Rules
The official versions of Rules 51, 52, and 55 are available through the Nebraska Secretary of State's website.
To locate a specific rule, scroll to the appropriate section:
- Rule 51: Special Education Program Standards
- Rule 52: Provision of Early Intervention
- Rule 55: Special Education Appeals
For convenience, PDF versions of each rule are also provided below. These documents include English and Spanish versions.
Rule 51: Special Education Program Standards
Title 92, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 51 [English]
Title 92, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 51 [Spanish]
Rule 52: Provision of Early Intervention
Title 92, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 52 [English]
Title 92, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 52 [Spanish]
Rule 55: Special Education Appeals
Title 92, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 55 [English]
Title 92, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 55 [Spanish]
You may also view all current NDE Rules and Regulations.
Additional Early Intervention Regulations
In addition to the Nebraska Department of Education rules above, the Early Development Network operates under regulations and statutes that specifically address early intervention services and services coordination.
EDN Services Coordination Regulations — 480 NAC 1
The Early Development Network Services Coordination Regulations, Title 480, Chapter 1, provide the vision, guidance, and standards for the implementation of early intervention services coordination. These regulations are intended to assist families, planning region teams, and service providers in understanding the vision, purpose, and expectations of the Early Intervention Act.
View Title 480, Chapter 1: Early Intervention Services Coordination
Nebraska Early Intervention Act
The Nebraska Early Intervention Act establishes the state's framework for providing early intervention services to infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. The Act is intended to help secure early intervention services in accordance with the federal early intervention program.
