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HCR 69

DESIGNATING OCTOBER AS “DYSLEXIA AWARENESS MONTH” IN DELAWARE.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Laura Sturgeon and 1 co-sponsor

Delaware designates October as Dyslexia Awareness Month to promote recognition and education about the learning disability affecting reading comprehension.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
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Bill Summary · HCR 69

Legislative bill overview

HCR 69 designates October as "Dyslexia Awareness Month" in Delaware through a concurrent resolution. This is a symbolic measure that officially recognizes and promotes awareness of dyslexia, a common learning disability affecting reading and language processing, throughout the state during that month.

Why is this important

Dyslexia affects approximately 5-15% of the population and is often underdiagnosed or misunderstood, leading to delayed intervention and academic struggles. Official awareness designations can increase public education, encourage early screening and support services, and reduce stigma surrounding learning disabilities in schools and communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive action: Critics may argue this is a low-cost gesture that raises awareness without allocating funding for dyslexia screening, teacher training, or intervention programs that would provide tangible support
  • Scope of awareness months: Some legislators question whether proliferating state awareness designations dilutes their effectiveness or creates "awareness fatigue" among the public
  • Implementation expectations: Ambiguity about what entities should do during the designated month—whether schools, state agencies, or other organizations have responsibilities or if it's purely ceremonial

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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