K-12 language and literacy program.
Establishes the Wyoming Language and Literacy Program to ensure comprehensive language and literacy instruction for students in kindergarten through grade twelve. Defines key terms and components related to language and literacy. Requires school districts to adopt and implement comprehensive language and literacy plans. Mandates the creation of individualized reading plans for students identified with reading difficulties or at risk for poor reading outcomes. Specifies professional development requirements. Requires annual reporting by school districts on student literacy proficiency and instructional practices to the Department of Education. Authorizes the State Superintendent of Public Instruction to establish a literacy division within the Department of Education to oversee and support the program. Repeals W.S. 21-3-401, Reading assessment and intervention. Comments: Requires a report.
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Action history
- 3/6/2026Assigned Chapter Number 66
- 3/6/2026Governor Signed SEA No. 0043
- 3/4/2026H Speaker Signed SEA No. 0043
- 3/4/2026S President Signed SEA No. 0043
- 3/4/2026Assigned Number SEA No. 0043
- 3/4/2026S Concur:Passed 30-1-0-0-0
- 3/4/2026S Received for Concurrence
- 3/3/2026H 3rd Reading:Passed 46-14-2-0-0
- 3/2/2026H 3rd Reading:Laid Back
- 2/27/2026H 2nd Reading:Passed