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Bill Cassidy (R-LA)

A resolution calling on Congress, schools, and State and local educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia that must be addressed, and designating October 2025 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".

S.Res. 471 · Senate resolution Education

A Republican resolution with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 5 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7787-7788; text: CR S7787)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution calls on Congress, schools, and educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia. It defines dyslexia as an unexpected difficulty in reading for someone with the intelligence to be a better reader, often caused by phonological processing issues. The text notes that dyslexia is the most common learning disability, affecting up to 1 out of every 5 individuals. It highlights that early screening and diagnosis are critical for focused interventions and necessary accommodations. Finally, the resolution formally designates October 2025 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Scored +4

    Would people with disabilities be better off under this?

    Directly benefits individuals with learning disabilities by highlighting dyslexia and the need for early screening.

  • Scored +4

    Would students be better off under this?

    Promotes recognition and intervention for dyslexia to help students succeed academically.

  • Scored +3

    Would children be better off under this?

    Raises awareness of dyslexia, encouraging earlier screening and support in schools for children.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.