Introduction

102 CMR 1.00 is adopted in accordance withM.G.L. c. 28A which stresses the commitment of state government to assure everychild a fair and full opportunity to reach his or her full potential. 102 CMR 1.00 includes definitions and requirements that apply to all programs that the Office licenses or approves and delineate the Office's authority to take legal action as a result of a program or facility's non-compliance with the appropriate regulations.