Expressing support for the designation of October 2026 as “National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month”.
Latest action (1 Oct 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
This House resolution expresses the support of the U.S. House of Representatives for designating October 2026 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month." It also calls on state and local educational agencies to continue providing free and appropriate public education to students with specific learning disabilities. The resolution outlines the definition of specific learning disabilities as provided in federal law, noting they are the most common disability among students receiving special education services.
The resolution highlights that students with specific learning disabilities face significant challenges in reading and math proficiency, with Black and Hispanic students experiencing even greater gaps. It emphasizes that with appropriate instruction and support, these students can achieve alongside their peers. The bill specifically references the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress.
Introduced by Representative Julia Brownley and co-sponsored by several other representatives, this resolution was referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce on October 1, 2026. As it is a House Resolution, it does not require Senate approval but must be considered and voted on by the House of Representatives to be adopted.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 1, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1592 do?
- This House resolution expresses the support of the U.S. House of Representatives for designating October 2026 as "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month." It also calls on state and local educational agencies to continue providing free and appropriate public education to students with specific learning disabilities. The resolution outlines the definition of specific learning disabilities as provided in federal law, noting they are the most common disability among students receiving special education services. The resolution highlights that students with specific learning disabilities face significant challenges in reading and math proficiency, with Black and Hispanic students experiencing even greater gaps. It emphasizes that with appropriate instruction and support, these students can achieve alongside their peers. The bill specifically references the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress. Introduced by Representative Julia Brownley and co-sponsored by several other representatives, this resolution was referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce on October 1, 2026. As it is a House Resolution, it does not require Senate approval but must be considered and voted on by the House of Representatives to be adopted.
- Has H.Res. 1592 become law?
- Not yet. As of 1 Oct 2026, H.Res. 1592 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1592?
- H.Res. 1592 was sponsored by Rep. Julia Brownley [D-CA26] (Democrat-CA), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1592?
- Introduced (1 Oct 2026).
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