21st Century Dyslexia Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the 21st Century Dyslexia Act, amends the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to specifically include dyslexia as a type of learning disability. It defines dyslexia as an unexpected difficulty in reading often caused by phonological processing challenges. The bill also requires schools to provide equal access to accommodations and services for students with dyslexia, particularly those from low-income families and those who are limited English proficient.
Key provisions
- Defines dyslexia as a specific learning disability.
- Includes dyslexia in the list of learning disabilities under IDEA.
- Requires schools to provide equal access to accommodations and services for students with dyslexia.
- Specifically targets low-income families, students with low socioeconomic status, and limited English proficient students.
Who is affected
- Students with dyslexia
- Local educational agencies
- Students from low-income families
- Students from low socioeconomic status families
- Limited English proficient students
Notable changes
- Adds dyslexia as a recognized learning disability under federal law.
- Mandates equitable access to services and accommodations for students with dyslexia.
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