House Resolution No. by Representative Freiberg designates May 13, 2025, as Literacy Day at the state capitol, recognizing The Center for Literacy & Learning for its significant contributions to advancing literacy across Louisiana. The resolution highlights the critical importance of reading proficiency, particularly by the end of third grade, as a determinant of academic success and long-term opportunities. It notes alarming statistics regarding literacy rates in Louisiana, where 72% of fourth graders were not reading proficiently in 2022, but acknowledges the state's remarkable improvement in 2024, rising to sixteenth in the nation for fourth grade reading achievement.

The resolution commends The Center for Literacy & Learning for its 33 years of dedicated service in implementing evidence-based practices to enhance literacy education. It emphasizes the Center's role in advocating for literacy commissions, launching programs for literacy coaching and family engagement, and providing comprehensive support to educators and communities. The resolution underscores the importance of improving literacy for building a strong workforce and sustaining economic growth in Louisiana, celebrating the progress made and the ongoing efforts to close the achievement gap.