H7909Introduced in the House
Redefines dyslexia to mean a specific learning disability characterized by difficulties in word reading and/or spelling that involve accuracy, speed, or both and vary depending on the orthography.
Introduced by William O'Brien, District 54
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Official description
EDUCATION -- RHODE ISLAND LITERACY AND DROPOUT PREVENTION ACT - Redefines dyslexia to mean a specific learning disability characterized by difficulties in word reading and/or spelling that involve accuracy, speed, or both and vary depending on the orthography.
Where it stands
Referred to Senate Education
April 14, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: Passage · April 9, 2026
66
Yes
0
No
9
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| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Edith Ajello | 1 | Yes |
| Christopher Blazejewski | 2 | Yes |
| Nathan Biah | 3 | Yes |
| Rebecca Kislak | 4 | Yes |
| Anthony DeSimone | 5 | Yes |
| Raymond Hull | 6 | Yes |
| David Morales | 7 | Yes |
| John Lombardi | 8 | Yes |
| Enrique Sanchez | 9 | Yes |
| Scott Slater | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Education
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration (04/02/2026)
Committee recommends passage
Placed on House Calendar (04/09/2026)
House read and passed
Referred to Senate Education
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