WeVote
Log In

Bill

VF

Bill

A 807

Establishes pilot program in DOE to provide assistive technology to elementary and middle school students with dyslexia and related conditions.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Vicky Flynn and 3 co-sponsors

New Jersey establishes a DOE pilot program distributing assistive technology to elementary and middle students with dyslexia to improve learning outcomes and reduce educational inequities.

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · A 807

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 807 creates a pilot program within the New Jersey Department of Education to distribute assistive technology devices and software to elementary and middle school students diagnosed with dyslexia and related conditions. The program aims to support students with evidence-based technological tools designed to improve reading and learning outcomes.

Why is this important

Dyslexia affects approximately 5-10% of the school-age population and can significantly impact academic achievement without proper support. Assistive technology has documented effectiveness in helping students with dyslexia access curriculum and develop reading skills, but access varies widely depending on school resources and family income. A state-funded pilot program could reduce educational inequities and provide data on implementation costs and outcomes.

Potential points of contention

  • Program cost and funding source: Unclear how the pilot will be funded and whether sustained funding exists beyond the pilot phase, raising concerns about sustainability and competing budget priorities
  • Definition of scope: The bill's coverage of "related conditions" to dyslexia is unspecified, potentially creating administrative challenges in determining eligibility and fairness in resource allocation
  • Pilot structure and evaluation: No details provided on which schools participate, how success will be measured, or what specific assistive technologies will be included, making it difficult to assess whether findings will be generalizable statewide

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

Sign in to ask a question.