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This resolution, a formal expression of opinion or intent by a legislative body, designates February 10, 2026, as Dyslexia Day at the state capitol. It acknowledges that dyslexia is a common, neurological learning disability, affecting about one in five people, and is often unexpected because individuals with dyslexia can be highly intelligent but struggle with reading. The resolution highlights that dyslexia involves difficulties with phoneme segmentation, which is the ability to break words into individual sounds, and can impact decoding and reading fluency, though individuals with dyslexia often possess significant strengths in areas like reasoning and problem-solving. It emphasizes the critical importance of early diagnosis and evidence-based interventions to foster self-awareness, self-esteem, and necessary accommodations for success in education and life. Finally, the resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of this declaration to the public and the press, aiming to raise awareness about the profound educational impact of dyslexia on individuals in Georgia.

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72641