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HB 4406

SCH CD-DYSLEXIA SCREENING

104th Regular Session Introduced by Jackie Haas and 1 co-sponsor

Illinois bill requires public schools to screen students for dyslexia and identify those needing reading interventions and support services.

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie
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Bill Summary · HB 4406

Legislative bill overview

HB 4406 mandates dyslexia screening for students in Illinois schools, establishing systematic assessment procedures to identify students with dyslexia early in their education. The bill requires schools to implement screening protocols and potentially provide intervention services for identified students.

Why is this important

Early identification of dyslexia allows students to receive targeted interventions that significantly improve reading outcomes and academic success. Without systematic screening, many students with dyslexia go undiagnosed, leading to academic struggles, reduced graduation rates, and long-term educational disadvantages that could have been prevented.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding requirements: Schools may argue they lack sufficient resources to implement universal screening programs and specialized intervention services across all grade levels
  • Screening timeline and scope: Disagreement over which grades require screening, frequency of assessments, and whether private schools are included in mandates
  • Teacher training and qualifications: Questions about whether current staff have adequate training to administer screening tools or if new hiring and professional development are necessary, creating budget pressures

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

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