California Assemblymember Blanca Rubio’s Evidence-based Early Literacy Bill Received Unanimous Approval in the Assembly.

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Blanca Rubio
Assemblymember | Baldwin Park, CA

California Assemblymember Blanca Rubio’s Evidence-based Early Literacy Bill Received Unanimous Approval in the Assembly.

Idea Category: Education

California Assemblymember Blanca Rubio’s evidence-based early literacy bill received unanimous approval in the Assembly. Her bill aims to address California’s reading achievement gaps by providing elementary school teachers with effective training on reading instruction based on evidence-backed methods. The bill would also update administrator preparation programs, so principals and school leaders can support strong literacy practices in their communities. “I am so grateful for the support of my colleagues who continue prioritizing early literacy, especially as we head into a season of tough budget decisions. As a former teacher and an English learner, I’ve seen firsthand the life-changing power of investing in our students – and the lifelong consequences they face when they don’t get the instruction they need. AB 1454, if fully funded, will put California on a successful path to literacy. By equipping teachers with effective training and students with research-aligned materials, we would be creating the conditions for millions of children to become strong readers, confident learners and future leaders," Rubio said.