Expressing support for the designation of October 2025 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".
HRES 793 is a non-binding resolution supporting the designation of October 2025 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month." It highlights that specific learning disabilities affect 32% of students receiving special education services, with over 96% of affected 4th and 8th graders lacking reading proficiency and 92% lacking math proficiency in 2023-2024. The resolution calls on schools to continue providing free appropriate public education for these students, emphasizing evidence-based instructional methods. This is a symbolic measure with no new funding or mandates, aimed at raising awareness about learning disabilities and educational gaps.
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Introduced Oct 8, 2025
Last action Oct 8, 2025
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Oct 8, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Julia Brownley
DDemocratic
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Angie Craig
DDemocratic
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Betty McCollum
DDemocratic
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Brian K. Fitzpatrick
RRepublican
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Danny K. Davis
DDemocratic
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Eleanor Holmes Norton
DDemocratic
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Eric Swalwell
DDemocratic
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Erin Houchin
RRepublican
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Hillary J. Scholten
DDemocratic
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John W. Mannion
DDemocratic
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Kristen McDonald Rivet
DDemocratic
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