Michigan House committee approves bills requiring specialized literacy training for K-5 teachers
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By Lori Higgins | June 10, 2026, 7:03pm UTC
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A Michigan House committee approved several bills aimed at improving the state's dismal student literacy rates. The legislation includes a requirement for specialized training for all K-5 teachers. Literacy has been a top priority for the Michigan Legislature and Governor Gretchen Whitmer, as state and national exams reveal significant reading challenges for students. The full House will now consider the bills.
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· 3 pulledA Michigan House committee approved several bills Wednesday that are aimed at improving literacy in Michigan schools, including one that would require specialized training for all K-5 teachers.
The full House will now have to weigh the legislation.
Literacy has been a top education priority in the Michigan Legislature and for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, as state and national exams show significant challenges for students in reading.
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