BILL NUMBER: AB 261 VETOED DATE: 10/11/2009 To the Members of the California State Assembly: I am returning Assembly Bill 261 without my signature. While the stated intent of this bill is purported to conform state special education law to changes to the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, its provisions appear to expand beyond federal requirements, and therefore could expose the State to significant reimbursable state mandate costs. Therefore, I am unable to sign this bill. Sincerely, Arnold Schwarzenegger