Expressing support for the recognition of October 2025 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".
H. Res. 821 is a non-binding House Resolution expressing support for recognizing October 2025 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month. Introduced in the 119th Congress, the resolution emphasizes that dyslexia is a common, lifelong learning difference often tied to phonological processing challenges, and it underscores the importance of early screening and evidence-based interventions. By citing existing federal definitions (notably those in the First Step Act of 2018) and noting the educational implications, the resolution requests that Congress, schools, and state and local education agencies acknowledge dyslexia's impact and support the designation of National Dyslexia Awareness Month in October 2025. No new funding or mandatory programs are created; the measure is primarily symbolic and aimed at raising awareness and guiding policy discussions.
Key Points
- 1Purpose and status: A House Resolution expressing support for recognizing October 2025 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month; introduced October 17, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 2Definitions and background: Reflects the established understanding of dyslexia, including its basis in phonological processing difficulties; cites the First Step Act of 2018 and related federal definitions as context.
- 3Prevalence and impact: Notes that dyslexia is the most common learning disability, affecting a substantial portion of individuals with learning disabilities and many students early in schooling; highlights the coexistence of decoding weaknesses with strengths in higher-order thinking.
- 4Educational importance: Stresses that early screening, diagnosis, and evidence-based interventions are critical for improving reading outcomes and long-term success.
- 5designation request: Supports formally recognizing October 2025 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month and calls on Congress, schools, and state/local educational agencies to acknowledge its educational implications.