Read Act amended to provide for ongoing curriculum review.

Summary

The bill changes the Read Act so the education department must let districts or curriculum publishers request that a curriculum be added to the approved list, charging a fee up to $3,500. Reviews must show the curriculum meets evidence‑based, structured‑literacy standards and new cultural‑responsiveness criteria. The rule applies retroactively from March 3, 2025 and includes a one‑time free review of cost‑free curricula.

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