H.Res. 821 is a nonbinding resolution expressing congressional support for designating October 2025 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month." The resolution does not create any new programs or funding, but instead calls attention to dyslexia as a widespread learning disability affecting an estimated one in five people, making it the most common learning disability overall. The resolution emphasizes that dyslexia causes unexpected reading difficulties despite normal intelligence, often stems from phonological processing challenges, and can create achievement gaps as early as first grade, but also notes that people with dyslexia often have strengths in reasoning and critical thinking. The resolution urges Congress, schools, and educational agencies to recognize dyslexia's educational impact and support early screening and evidence-based intervention to help affected students succeed. No funding or specific timelines are required since this is a ceremonial measure meant to raise awareness rather than implement policy changes.
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