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Connecticut Senate Bill SB00842

Connecticut 2023 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB00842

Introduced
1/20/23  
Introduced
1/20/23  
Refer
1/20/23  

Caption

An Act Establishing A Higher Education Collaborative Within The Department Of Education's Talent Office.

Impact

The establishment of this collaborative is expected to create a centralized platform for sharing knowledge and best practices in serving students with dyslexia and reading disabilities. By aligning the efforts of higher education institutions with specialized educational offices, the bill seeks to facilitate access to resources that can help in developing effective programs that cater to these students' unique challenges.

Summary

SB00842 proposes the establishment of a Higher Education Collaborative within the Talent Office of the Department of Education. This bill aims to create a structured partnership with the Office of Dyslexia and Reading Disabilities, focusing on higher education programming. The intent behind this legislation is to streamline efforts and enhance educational opportunities for students with dyslexia and reading disabilities, providing them with better resources and support at the collegiate level.

Contention

While the bill's goals may garner support due to its emphasis on improving educational outcomes for an often underserved population, there may be concerns regarding the allocation of resources and the potential for funding disputes among different educational initiatives. Some stakeholders could argue about the prioritization of funds within the Department of Education or whether this new collaborative might duplicate existing programs. Opponents may question if the establishment of the collaborative would place additional bureaucratic burdens on educational institutions, potentially detracting from direct educational services.

Notable_points

Furthermore, the bill reflects a growing recognition of the importance of specialized support in higher education for students with learning disabilities. As awareness of learning differences increases, the establishment of the Higher Education Collaborative could serve as a model for future initiatives aimed at inclusivity in educational systems.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00014

An Act Assisting School Districts In Improving Educational Outcomes, Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Education And The Technical Education And Career System And Establishing Early Start Ct.

CT HB05180

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Education.

CT HB05068

An Act Establishing A Tax Credit For Educational Access And Opportunity Scholarships.

CT HB05101

An Act Establishing A Tax Credit For Educational Access And Opportunity Scholarships.

CT HB05363

An Act Concerning The Planning Commission For Higher Education.

CT HB05483

An Act Establishing And Transferring Various Functions To A Division Of Fire Services Administration Within The Department Of Emergency Services And Public Protection, Revising The Powers And Composition Of The Commission On Fire Prevention And Control And Establishing A Working Group.

CT HB05113

An Act Increasing The Highest Marginal Rate Of The Personal Income Tax And Establishing A Capital Gains Surcharge To Provide Funding For Certain Child-related, Municipal And Higher Education Initiatives.

CT SB00127

An Act Concerning The Recommendations Of The Department Of Children And Families Relating To Background Checks, Certain Subsidies, Urgent Crisis Centers, Departmental Records And Special Police Officers.

CT HB05435

An Act Concerning The Development Of A Plan For The Conversion Of The State Board Of Education To An Advisory Board Within The Department Of Education.

CT SB00077

An Act Establishing A Capital Gains Tax On Certain Endowment Funds Of Institutions Of Higher Education And Concerning The Use Of The Revenue Generated.

Similar Bills

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