HIGH QUALITY LITERACY INSTRUCTION ACT

Added clear definitions for 'high-quality instructional materials', 'science of reading', and 'structured literacy' to establish consistent terminology across the state.

Mandated that all public school students be taught using the science of reading and structured literacy as the primary approach to foundational literacy skills.

Required specific evidence-based practices for English language learners and bilingual programs, including biliteracy development and culturally responsive instruction.

Established detailed teacher preparation program requirements including 100 hours of supervised field experience focused on science of reading and structured literacy implementation.

Added requirements for the public education department to assign literacy instructional coaches to certain public schools.

Changed teacher preparation course requirements to explicitly include science of reading and structured literacy training for all candidates.

Created enforcement mechanisms requiring teacher preparation programs to submit corrective action plans and potentially lose state approval if they fail to adhere to science of reading standards.