A resolution calling on Congress, schools, and State and local educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia that must be addressed, and designating October 2023 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".

3/14/2024, 11:37 AM

This resolution designates October 2023 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month and calls on Congress, schools, and educational agencies to recognize that dyslexia has significant educational implications that must be addressed.

Bill 118 sres 427 is a resolution that calls on Congress, schools, and State and local educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia that must be addressed. The resolution also designates October 2023 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".

Dyslexia is a learning disability that affects a person's ability to read, write, and spell. It is estimated that around 1 in 5 people have dyslexia, making it one of the most common learning disabilities in the United States.

The resolution highlights the importance of addressing dyslexia in educational settings and calls for increased awareness and support for individuals with dyslexia. By designating October 2023 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month", the resolution aims to bring attention to the challenges faced by individuals with dyslexia and promote understanding and support for their educational needs. Overall, Bill 118 sres 427 seeks to raise awareness about dyslexia and encourage action to support individuals with dyslexia in educational settings. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing the educational implications of dyslexia to ensure that all individuals have the opportunity to succeed in school and beyond.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 427

Introduced on
2023-10-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/13/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution designates October 2023 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month and calls on Congress, schools, and educational agencies to recognize that dyslexia has significant educational implications that must be addressed.

Bill 118 sres 427 is a resolution that calls on Congress, schools, and State and local educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia that must be addressed. The resolution also designates October 2023 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".

Dyslexia is a learning disability that affects a person's ability to read, write, and spell. It is estimated that around 1 in 5 people have dyslexia, making it one of the most common learning disabilities in the United States.

The resolution highlights the importance of addressing dyslexia in educational settings and calls for increased awareness and support for individuals with dyslexia. By designating October 2023 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month", the resolution aims to bring attention to the challenges faced by individuals with dyslexia and promote understanding and support for their educational needs. Overall, Bill 118 sres 427 seeks to raise awareness about dyslexia and encourage action to support individuals with dyslexia in educational settings. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing the educational implications of dyslexia to ensure that all individuals have the opportunity to succeed in school and beyond.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution calling on Congress, schools, and State and local educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia that must be addressed, and designating October 2023 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".

Policy Areas
Education

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Neurological disorders
Special education

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/23/2024

This resolution designates October 2023 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month and calls on Congress, schools, and educational agencies to recognize that dyslexia has significant educational implications that must be addressed.


Latest Action11/13/2023
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5480; text: 10/25/2023 CR S5192-5193)