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LEAD-K Annual Reports

Public Act 256 requires an annual report regarding the language and literacy development of children who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) and age 5 or younger as compared to their peers, beginning on July 1, 2026, and by July 1 of each year thereafter. Annual reports are linked below.

Watch the 2025 annual report in American Sign Language.

2025 Annual Report

This year was defined by extensive research, planning, preparation, and early implementation efforts. The work of the LEAD-K advisory committee, in collaboration with invested partners, has resulted in the development of a dynamic parent resource and collection of recommended assessments.

English: 2025 Public Act 256 Annual Report [PDF]

Spanish: Spanish - 2025 Public Act 256 Annual Report [PDF]

Arabic: Arabic - 2025 Public Act 256 Annual Report [PDF]