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  1. In accordance with the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. § 11431 et seq.), LEAs must:

    1. Provide educational services and support to homeless students; and
    2. Designate a local liaison responsible for ensuring homeless students are identified and have a full and equal opportunity to succeed in school.
  2. The department of education shall provide technical assistance to homeless-student liaisons as needed.