Delaware 2023-2024 Regular Session

Delaware House Bill HCR158

Introduced
6/25/24  
Engrossed
6/30/24  
Introduced
6/25/24  

Caption

Designating October As Dyslexia Awareness Month In Delaware.

Impact

The bill emphasizes that early diagnosis and support can lead to significantly better educational outcomes for children with dyslexia. It asserts that when dyslexia is identified and addressed promptly — ideally in kindergarten and first grade — children are likely to face fewer reading difficulties later on. Conversely, the resolution notes that untreated dyslexia can lead to serious social repercussions, including higher dropout rates in schools and increased risk of juvenile delinquency, thereby highlighting a pressing public health and educational concern.

Summary

HCR158 is a House Concurrent Resolution that designates October as Dyslexia Awareness Month in Delaware. The resolution aims to enhance public awareness regarding the challenges associated with dyslexia, which is a learning disability that affects an individual's ability to read, write, spell, and sometimes speak. According to the bill, dyslexia is recognized as the most common learning disability in children, impacting about 10 percent of the population. The resolution underlines the importance of early identification and intervention to improve literacy outcomes for affected individuals.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HCR158 is largely positive, as it encourages proactive measures to tackle dyslexia and supports the community’s efforts to provide necessary resources to those affected. Legislators from various sides have expressed unanimous support, recognizing that awareness and education are critical to addressing learning challenges associated with dyslexia. The bill garners support not only from educational advocates but also from families impacted by dyslexia, among whom there is an overwhelming desire for increased understanding and intervention.

Contention

While the resolution has broad support, there may be underlying concerns regarding the actual implementation of awareness programs and the adequacy of resources allocated for addressing dyslexia in educational settings. The effectiveness of designated awareness months can sometimes be overshadowed by the need for systemic changes in educational curricula and teacher training to ensure that all educators are equipped to support students with dyslexia adequately.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

DE HCR74

Designating October As Dyslexia Awareness Month In Delaware.

DE HCR69

Designating October As Dyslexia Awareness Month In Delaware.

DE HJR488

Dyslexia Awareness Month; designating as October 2023 and each succeeding year thereafter.

DE SCR195

Proclaiming The Month Of October 2024 As "depression Awareness Month" In The State Of Delaware.

DE SCR160

Designating The Month Of May 2024 As "lyme Disease Awareness Month" In The State Of Delaware.

DE SCR87

Recognizing The Month Of October 2023 As "depression Awareness Month" In The State Of Delaware.

DE SCR116

Designating The Month Of October 2025 As Liver Cancer Awareness Month In The State Of Delaware.

DE CER25-0129

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month Recognition Resolution of 2023

DE HCR28

Recognizes October 2017 as Dyslexia Awareness Month

DE HR814

Expressing support for the recognition of October 2023 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".

Similar Bills

DE HCR69

Designating October As Dyslexia Awareness Month In Delaware.

DE HCR74

Designating October As Dyslexia Awareness Month In Delaware.

NJ A2971

Requires DOE to establish NJ Dyslexia website.

TX HB5002

Relating to a study and pilot program on the identification of and interventions provided to children with dyslexia who are committed to juvenile facilities.

MS HB1204

MS Dyslexia Therapy Scholarship for Students with Dyslexia; revise eligibility beginning with kindergarten.

MS HB752

MS Dyslexia Therapy Scholarship for Students with Dyslexia; revise eligibility beginning with kindergarten.

ND HB1231

Mandatory dyslexia screening; to provide for a legislative management report; and to provide an expiration date.

MS HB1162

MS Dyslexia Therapy Scholarship for Students with Dyslexia; revise eligibility beginning with kindergarten.