The filtering technology must be in place and functioning by July 1, 2002. This certification will appear on your Form 486 that can be filed on or after July 1, 2001. It is advisable that you begin procedures now by examining your district acceptable use policies and update them if necessary. The regulations require a public hearing regarding your acceptable use policies. If your district has already implemented an acceptable use policy, and if in the past you have had a reasonable public notice and public hearing regarding this policy, section 51 of the Report and Order provides that you have already complied with the public notice and hearing requirements of CIPA and are not required to hold another meeting.
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We will continue to pursue this avenue and provide you with information as it develops. TAKE will continue to monitor the situation and will provide you with any additional updates that may affect Kansas schools. Please call if you have concerns or questions.