2026 House Bill 5820

Education: curriculum; science of reading requirements; modify.

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending section 1531e (MCL 380.1531e), as added by 2024 PA 147.

Official record

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Mandates that Michigan teacher preparation programs include comprehensive instruction on dyslexia and evidence-based reading methods, with new requirements and revocation provisions effective in 2026 and 2027 to enhance educator readiness and student literacy support.

Introduced in the House

April 16, 2026

Introduced by Rep. Jaime Greene (R-65) and five co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Tim Kelly (R-93), Matt Bierlein (R-97), Mike Harris (R-52), Luke Meerman (R-89) and Joseph Aragona (R-60)

Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce

May 20, 2026

Reported without amendment

June 10, 2026

Passed in the House 56 to 50 (details)

Motion to give immediate effect by Rep. Bryan Posthumus (R-90)

The motion prevailed by voice vote

Received in the Senate

June 16, 2026

Referred to the Committee on Education