Civics Learning Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Civics Learning Act of 2026 aims to improve civics education in U.S. schools by amending the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). It seeks to increase funding and encourage innovative approaches to civics learning, including hands-on activities and incorporating historical events like the civil rights movement and women’s suffrage. The bill also directs the Department of Education to prioritize grants to schools serving diverse student populations and to track the effectiveness of funded programs.
Key provisions
- Increases funding for civics education programs through the ESEA.
- Encourages innovative civics learning and teaching methods.
- Prioritizes grants to high-need schools.
- Requires grants to include activities related to the Constitution, civil rights, and student engagement.
- Directs the Department of Education to distribute grants across diverse geographic areas.
- Allocates a minimum percentage of grant funds to elementary, middle, and high schools.
- Requires the Department of Education to track and report on the effectiveness of grant programs.
- Authorizes $70 million in appropriations for fiscal year 2027.
Who is affected
- Elementary and Secondary Schools
- Students (K-12)
- Teachers
- The Department of Education
- Parents and Families
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