[6/6/2026] State of Illinois Legislative Update
Bills Pending in the Illinois General Assembly Pertaining to Education 2026 Prepared by Bev Johns, 6/6/26 House Bill 4239— Rohr.
May 19, 2025
Recent News from LDA of Illinois:
Learning Disabilities Association of Illinois Position on the Need for Appropriate Special Education Services for Students in Need of Them
The Learning Disabilities Association is very committed to ensuring that students with disabilities receive the services they need. Articles have
March 13, 2023
LDA of IL 2026 Virtual Conference
Details LDA of IL Virtual Conference will be held October 3rd 8:00am – 4:00pm, with pre-conference on Friday, October 2nd,
August 15, 2022
Janet Lerner Membership Scholarship
The family of Dr. Janet Lerner, pioneer preeminent researcher in the field of learning disabilities, has graciously awarded scholarship funds for parents
February 20, 2022
News from the LDA National Organization:
Disability Rights Organization’s Statement Opposing the 21st Century Dyslexia Act
Washington, DC – The undersigned organizations urge the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) to oppose the 21st Century Dyslexia Act. We
July 29, 2026
Federal Oversight of Special Education and Educational Civil Rights Must Remain Strong and Coordinated
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) has grave concerns about the efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and transfer core functions of
July 24, 2026
LDA’s Statement on the Move of OSERS to HHS
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) views the move of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) from the U.S. Department of
June 19, 2026
News from LDA’s Healthy Children Project:
Take Action on Lead Poisoning: A Conversation with Impacted Parents and Lawmakers
This webinar is for parents, educators, community health workers, policy makers and anyone else who wants to protect children’s brain health and learning potential. Hear
November 12, 2025
Scientists Unite on How to Protect Children from Toxic Contributors to Autism
We have the opportunity to reduce cases of autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental conditions by banning the use of chemicals
September 23, 2025
How to lower the arsenic in your family’s rice
A daily staple for many families, rice has hidden health risks. The Learning Disabilities Association participated in another food testing project with Healthy Babies Bright
May 22, 2025
PFAS Chemicals
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals are used to make materials grease and water-resistant. These chemicals are also harmful to our health and are nicknamed
April 14, 2025