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HB 1352

Reducing Frequency of Colorado Reading to Ensure Academic Development Act Independent Evaluations

2026 Regular Session

Colorado bill extends intervals between independent evaluations of reading interventions to reduce school district compliance costs and administrative burden.

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Bill Summary · HB 1352

Legislative bill overview

HB 1352 proposes to reduce the frequency of independent evaluations required under Colorado's READ Act (Reading to Ensure Academic Development). Currently, schools must conduct these evaluations at specified intervals to assess reading intervention effectiveness. The bill would extend the time between required evaluations, reducing the administrative and financial burden on school districts.

Why is this important

Reading proficiency is a critical early literacy metric that directly affects student academic trajectory and life outcomes. Independent evaluations ensure accountability and identify whether interventions are actually working. Changes to evaluation frequency affect both the data available to measure reading program success and the costs schools bear for compliance and assessment.

Potential points of contention

  • Reduced oversight: Less frequent evaluations may delay identification of failing reading programs, potentially affecting struggling readers who need intervention adjustments
  • Cost savings vs. accountability trade-off: While reducing evaluations saves money, districts lose intermediate data points that could drive program improvements and evidence-based decisions
  • Equity concerns: Schools serving high-need populations may be disproportionately affected if evaluation gaps prevent timely detection of reading deficiencies
  • Implementation clarity: The bill's definition of "reduced frequency" and transition timeline for existing evaluation schedules may create confusion or compliance issues

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

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