Dyslexia Therapy Scholarship for Students with Dyslexia; standardize reference to approved therapy training programs.

SB 2492 standardizes the requirements for dyslexia therapy training programs eligible for Mississippi's Dyslexia Therapy Scholarship Program. It defines "Department-approved Orton-Gillingham based dyslexia therapy training programs" as those accredited by IMSLEC, requiring 200 hours of coursework and 700 clinical hours under qualified instructors. The bill directly affects students with dyslexia (grades 1-12) who use the scholarship to access therapy and therapists seeking licensure to deliver approved services. It establishes clear, research-based standards for therapy training programs rather than creating new funding. The bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and did not become law.