Enacts the "New York individuals with dyslexia education act"
Summary
Establishes the "New York individuals with dyslexia education act"; implements a plan to identify and support students with characteristics of dyslexia; requires annual screening in grades K-5; directs intervention and notification; directs education department to develop a handbook providing guidance to parents and teachers.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 25, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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2
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Committee
2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
upper
Mar 25, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO EDUCATION
upper
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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