JRH 9·VT·house
Joint resolution urging the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to reconsider its opposition to the Rapid Prompting Method (RPM) of communication instruction for students with apraxia of speech (AOS) or autism
In CommitteeFiled Mar 19, 2026
Sponsor: Greg Burtt (R)
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Read first time, treated as a bill, and referred to the Committee on Human Services
Mar 19, 2026
Summary
The joint resolution urges the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association to reconsider its opposition to the Rapid Prompting Method (RPM), a communication instruction technique used with students who have apraxia of speech or autism. It reflects strong parent support and concerns that the current ASHA stance may limit educational options for these students. The resolution also directs the Secretary of State to forward a copy of the request to ASHA.
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