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MS SB2809

MS SB2809
Dyslexia Therapy Scholarship for Students with Dyslexia Program; expand to allow certified academic language therapists (CALT).


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Introduced
01/16/2023
In Committee
01/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/31/2023

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 37-173-1, 37-173-9 And 37-173-21, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Expand The Dyslexia Therapy Scholarship For Students With Dyslexia Program By Making Certified Academic Language Therapists (calt) Eligible To Be Employed By School Districts To Provide Dyslexia Therapy Services; To Amend Section 37-106-71, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Preceding Provisions; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill expands the Dyslexia Therapy Scholarship for Students with Dyslexia Program in Mississippi by allowing certified academic language therapists (CALT) to be employed by school districts to provide dyslexia therapy services, in addition to licensed dyslexia therapists. The bill also makes conforming amendments to related laws to align with this change. The bill aims to increase access to qualified professionals who can provide dyslexia therapy to students in Mississippi.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 01/31/2023)

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