Bill > S07472

This bill requires school districts to implement mandatory early screening for dyslexia, a specific learning disability characterized by difficulties with word recognition, spelling, and decoding that is neurologically based. The screening will begin in pre-kindergarten or kindergarten and continue annually until a child completes second grade. School districts must use validated assessment tools designed to quickly identify potential reading challenges, aligned with developmental benchmarks and reading science research. Each district must designate a specific individual responsible for maintaining comprehensive screening records and providing resources to parents and guardians when a child shows signs of potential reading difficulties. The screening process will involve targeted questions and tasks to gather functional and developmental information, and districts are required to proactively follow up on any identified risks by implementing research-based instructional interventions. The goal is early identification and support to prevent reading failure, with screening results shared with parents, guardians, teachers, and teaching assistants. The bill emphasizes a comprehensive approach to supporting children with potential dyslexia or reading challenges by ensuring timely detection and targeted educational support.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7472