Establishes pilot program in DOE to provide assistive technology to elementary and middle school students with dyslexia and related conditions.
This bill establishes a three-year pilot program in New Jersey's Department of Education to provide assistive technology to elementary and middle school students with dyslexia or related conditions. It requires the Commissioner of Education to award grants to seven selected school districts (representing diverse urban, suburban, and rural areas across different county classifications) to cover the cost of assistive technology devices, services, and teacher training. The technology must help students access grade-level reading materials through text-to-speech tools or complete written assignments more effectively. Participating districts must submit detailed applications showing student needs, technology plans, and how the program will improve academic outcomes. At the program's conclusion, the Commissioner must report to the Governor and Legislature on participation, impacts, and recommendations for potential statewide implementation.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Education Committee
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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P
Michele Matsikoudis
RRepublican
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Carmen Morales
DDemocratic
Co
Mike Venezia
DDemocratic
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