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Authorizing the boards of directors of school districts to engage independent contractors to serve as dyslexia specialists
Topics:K–12 education
Same legislation: HF 2543
Where it is now
- Done: IntroducedFebruary 1, 2022
- Done: SubcommitteeFebruary 2, 2022
- Done: House committeeFebruary 17, 2022
- Skipped: Passes the HouseContinued as HF 2543
- Next: Senate committee
- Next: Passes the Senate
- Next: To the Governor
- Next: Signed into law
Became HF 2543 → Its progress continues under the new number. Go to HF 2543 What’s a funnel?
What’s in it
AI summary If the state provides the money, school boards can hire outside experts to act as dyslexia specialists. These specialists would help schools by teaching staff new ways to identify and teach students who have dyslexia.1
Read the official explanation
This bill authorizes the boards of directors of school districts to engage independent contractors to serve as dyslexia specialists, subject to an appropriation by the general assembly for such purpose. Dyslexia specialists are required to provide technical guidance and assistance, including professional development, strategies, and materials to the school district relating to the identification of and instruction for students with characteristics of dyslexia.
House subcommittee
Named February 2, 2022. On February 17, 2022 it recommended amendment and passage. Vote Total: 2-0.
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