Under Texas state law, public schools must have procedures for early identification, screening, intervention, and support for all children with dyslexia and related disorders. Screening must be performed by individuals or professionals who are trained to assess for dyslexia. Each school must provide the services of a teacher trained in dyslexia to each identified student, on the school campus. The school may also offer optional additional services at a centralized location.

Because federal law also applies in Texas, the provisions of the Texas law can be used to develop a strong IEP for any student with dyslexia; however, the provisions of the law apply even if your child does not fall within IDEA or have an IEP. There is no requirement under Texas law that your child have any specific academic deficiency; that is, even a child with mild dyslexia who is reading close to grade level should be entitled to appropriate services under the law.