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MI HB5135
MI HB5135Education: special education; at least 1 teacher trained in the Orton-Gillingham methodology; require each public school to employ. Amends sec. 1531 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1531) & adds sec. 1253.
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Introduced
10/12/2023
10/12/2023
In Committee
10/12/2023
10/12/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
102nd Legislature
Bill Summary
A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled"The revised school code,"by amending section 1531 (MCL 380.1531), as amended by 2023 PA 110, and by adding section 1253.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Revised School Code to require each public school to employ at least one teacher trained in the Orton-Gillingham methodology, a multisensory teaching approach for students with reading difficulties like dyslexia. It also requires the Superintendent of Public Instruction to ensure teachers receive training on identifying students with dyslexia, starting in January 2025. The bill aims to provide additional support and resources for students with reading disabilities in Michigan's public schools.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (24)
Kathy Schmaltz (R)*,
Joe Aragona (R),
Timmy Beson (R),
Ken Borton (R),
Felicia Brabec (D),
Cam Cavitt (R),
Nancy DeBoer (R),
Jay DeBoyer (R),
Jaime Greene (R),
Mike Hoadley (R),
Tom Kuhn (R),
Greg Markkanen (R),
David Martin (R),
Mike McFall (D),
Luke Meerman (R),
Jason Morgan (D),
Jerry Neyer (R),
David Prestin (R),
Carrie Rheingans (D),
J.R. Roth (R),
Bill Schuette (R),
Curt VanderWall (R),
Jimmie Wilson (D),
Doug Wozniak (R),
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 10/12/2023 (on 10/17/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?2023-HB-5135 |
| BillText | http://www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/2023-2024/billintroduced/House/htm/2023-HIB-5135.htm |
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