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S.Res. 933

ResolutionFederalSenateIn Committee
A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 2026 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".
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Latest Action · September 30, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Introduced
September 30, 2026
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This Senate resolution expresses support for designating October 2026 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month." The measure, sponsored by Senators Cassidy, Hickenlooper, and Capito, calls on Congress, schools, and state and local educational agencies to recognize dyslexia as a significant educational issue requiring attention. Dyslexia is a common learning disability affecting an estimated one in five people, characterized by unexpected difficulty in reading despite normal intelligence, and is often rooted in phonological processing challenges. The resolution highlights that early screening and diagnosis are critical for providing evidence-based interventions and accommodations that help people with dyslexia succeed academically and in life. This is a symbolic measure with no direct funding or regulatory requirements; it serves to raise public awareness of dyslexia and encourage educational institutions to prioritize identification and support for affected individuals.

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