House Resolution No. by Representative Freiberg urges the Louisiana Department of Education to conduct a study on the screening and identification of students at risk for dyslexia. The resolution highlights the alarming statistic that 72% of fourth-grade students in Louisiana do not read proficiently, with dyslexia affecting approximately one in five individuals. It emphasizes the importance of early identification and intervention, noting that students who struggle with reading by the end of third grade are significantly more likely to drop out of school. Despite these statistics, less than one percent of Louisiana students are currently identified as at risk for dyslexia.

The resolution calls for the Department of Education to analyze the reasons behind the inadequate identification of dyslexia among students and to recommend potential solutions. A report detailing the findings of this study is to be submitted to the House Committee on Education and the Louisiana Literacy Advisory Commission at least thirty days before the start of the 2024 Regular Session of the Legislature. The resolution aims to ensure that more students receive the necessary support and intervention to improve their reading skills and educational outcomes.