States / New York / S 395

S 395 In Committee

Requires a reading proficiency level assessment and dyslexia screening for certain incarcerated individuals

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Requires all incarcerated individuals who do not have a high-school diploma or its equivalent to receive a reading proficiency level assessment and dyslexia screening upon intake by the department of corrections; requires for such individuals who perform below a certain proficiency level to be provided with intervention services that are evidence-based, effective and consistent with science-based research specifically tailored to addressing dyslexia.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 8, 2025
Last action
Mar 17, 2026 — REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
Session
2025-2026
Momentum
46 · Moderate