IndianaIndiana schools would test children entering prekindergarten for vision
Starting July 1, 2026, Indiana school districts would test children entering or transferring into prekindergarten and could use electronic eye charts that meet health standards.
What it does
Starting July 1, 2026, Indiana school districts would test the vision of each child enrolling in or transferring into prekindergarten.
Schools could use electronic eye charts for basic eyesight checks, but only if the charts meet national care standards and the latest American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines.
Argument forTesting children as they enter prekindergarten could help families notice sight problems while children are still young.
Argument againstTesting each child who enters prekindergarten could take school staff time, especially during enrollment periods.
More detail
Indiana school districts would test children's vision. The rule covers each child enrolling in or transferring into prekindergarten. The proposed requirement would take effect July 1, 2026.
School districts could use electronic eye charts to check students' eyesight. This option applies to vision screenings in Indiana school districts. The charts must meet national care standards and the latest American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for checking children's vision. The proposed chart rule would take effect July 1, 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jan 5First reading: referred to Committee on EducationLatest
- Jan 5Authored by Representative HarrisIntroduced
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