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DE HCR74

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

6/29/2023

Primary Sponsor

Kimberly Williams

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Origin

House of Representatives

152nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates October as "Dyslexia Awareness Month" in Delaware
  • Recognizes dyslexia as the most common learning disability affecting approximately 10 percent of the U.S. population
  • Highlights that dyslexia is identifiable with over 90 percent certainty in children ages 5.5 to 6.5 years old
  • Notes that early identification and intervention in kindergarten and first grade significantly improves reading outcomes compared to later intervention in third grade or beyond
  • Emphasizes that proper diagnosis, early intervention, and family and teacher support increase academic success and self-esteem, and that adults with dyslexia can also benefit from treatment

Legislative Description

Designating October As Dyslexia Awareness Month In Delaware.

Last Action

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

6/29/2023

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