Dyslexia laws can be found in the following sources:
- Texas Education Code (TEC)
- Texas Administrative Code (TAC)
- Texas Occupations Code
- Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
- Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504, as amended in 2008
For more information, visit the TEA Dyslexia and Related Disorders website or
the TEA Special Education Website.
Dyslexia Handbook, 2024 Update
The Dyslexia Handbook, 2024 Update: Procedures Concerning Dyslexia and Related Disorders is the primary source of dyslexia school law in Texas, and contains guidelines for dyslexia and related disorders, including screening, evaluation, identification, and instruction.
The Dyslexia Handbook 2024 (English)
The Dyslexia Handbook 2024 (Spanish) Updated on October 2, 2024
The handbook links include the Dyslexia Handbook Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for both the English and Spanish versions.
Updated August 2024
On August 9, 2024, the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) was updated and added to the end of the Dyslexia Handbook. The FAQ contains continued and updated guidance for the implementation of HB 3928.
The Texas Education Agency has created resources to assist with the implementation of HB 3928 now TEC 29.0031 & 29.003
Guidance for Comprehensive Evaluation of Specific Learning Disabilities (October 2023)
Technical Assistance Child Find and Evaluation (June 2020)
Overview of Special Education for Parents (Updated August 24, 2024)
Overview of Special Education for Parents (Spanish)
(Updated August 24, 2024)
Information for Parents
Dyslexia and Related Disorders: Information for Parents (New as of September 26, 2024)
Dyslexia and Related Disorders: Information for Parents (Spanish) (New as of October 3, 2024)