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Free Enterprise
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Personal Responsibility
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Digest
HB 5271, known as Zach's Law, establishes early vision screening, intervention services, and expanded educational programs for children with visual impairments. It mandates screenings for newborns and infants, requires public schools to provide specialized instruction, and establishes a statewide vision database to track diagnosed children. The bill also authorizes administrative penalties for failure to comply with screening and referral requirements​.
Author (1)
Mary Gonzalez
Contact the Author
Rep. Mary Gonzalez
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0613
Capitol Office:
EXT E1.504
E-Mail:
