The bill enacts R.S. 17:392.14 to establish the Dyslexia Fund as a special fund within the state treasury of Louisiana. This fund will consist of any monies transferred or appropriated by the legislature, as well as grants, gifts, or donations received for its purposes. The state treasurer is responsible for depositing these funds in compliance with constitutional requirements and will invest the unexpended and unencumbered monies, with interest earned credited back to the fund.
Monies in the Dyslexia Fund will be used solely for costs associated with administering a core assessment to test students for dyslexia, contingent upon legislative appropriation. The bill outlines the fund's structure and intended use, ensuring that resources are dedicated to supporting dyslexia assessment efforts in the state. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without a signature.