Governor Pence joined Hoosiers in the Statehouse Rotunda to ceremonially sign HEA 1108, which requires teacher training programs to prepare teachers to recognize when a student may have special learning needs, including learning needs related to dyslexia. The Governor was joined by bill author Representative Woody Burton (R – Whiteland), bill sponsor Senator Rodric Bray (R – Martinsville), and co-authors Representative Greg Beumer (R – Modoc), Representative Karlee Macer (D – Indianapolis), Representative Donna Schaibley (R – Carmel), and Representative John Bartlett (D – Indianapolis). Below is an excerpt from the Governor’s remarks. The full remarks as prepared for delivery can be found attached.
“Here in Indiana, we want every child to receive a quality education. Dyslexia should not be a deterrent to learning, and, thanks to House Enrolled Act 1108, Indiana is now addressing an important need in our state’s classrooms.
“This legislation requires teacher training programs to better prepare teachers to recognize when a student may need to be referred to the school’s multidisciplinary team to determine the student’s special learning needs, including those related to dyslexia. It also allows education service centers to offer courses and training related to dyslexia.â€
HEA 1108 goes into effect July 1, 2015. A photo from today’s ceremonial bill signing can be found attached.
