This chapter, in conjunction with state and federal law and federally approved policies and procedures, establishes the requirements of the statewide early support for infants and toddlers program. This chapter describes the process for administering state and federal early intervention funds, reflects the department's commitment to quality early learning opportunities for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families, and ensures the implementation of 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1431-1444 and 34 C.F.R. Part 303.