HB316

Provides relative to student literacy (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

Complete·6/25/26

Louisiana HB316 enhances student literacy by mandating specific literacy components in core instruction and requiring individual reading improvement.

HB316 requires public schools to provide core instruction in advanced phonics, morphology, etymology, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing. Schools must administer a reading assessment to students who scored below mastery in English language arts and provide individual reading improvement plans within 30 days. The state Department of Education must develop an adolescent literacy program, an approved list of reading assessments, and professional development courses. Public school governing authorities must annually review student plans.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

92 Yea

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0 Nay

13 Absent

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Calendar

May 7

12:00 AM

Senate Committee on Education

Mar 18

9:00 AM

House Committee on Education

History

Jun 25

House

Becomes Act No. 964 without the Governor's signature.

Jun 25

House

Effective date: 08/01/2026.

Jun 4

House

Sent to the Governor for executive approval.