Bill

Helen Keller Education Act

HB9196EducationFiled

To promote and ensure delivery of high-quality special education and related services to children and youth who are deafblind, and for other purposes.

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The Helen Keller Education Act aims to improve the quality of special education and related services for children and youth who are deafblind. This bill is a collaborative effort, with sponsors from both the Republican and Democratic parties, showing a bipartisan approach to addressing this important issue.

If passed, this legislation would impact students who are deafblind by ensuring they receive better educational services tailored to their unique needs. This could lead to improved learning outcomes and better support for these students in educational settings.

As of June 8, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. This is the first step in its journey through the legislative process, where it will be reviewed, potentially amended, and voted on by committee members.