HR 8402
Civics Learning Act of 2026
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 3:10 AM
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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 history like the civil rights movement and women’s suffrage. The bill also directs the Department of Education to prioritize grants to schools serving diverse communities and to track the effectiveness of funded programs.
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