SB 612
Establishing November 7 as Victims of Communism Day
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Bill overview
This bill designates November 7th as "Victims of Communism Day" in West Virginia, aiming to honor those who suffered under communist regimes. It requires public schools to observe this day and mandates that high school students taking U.S. Government receive at least 45 minutes of instruction on the topic, including specific historical examples and the impact of communist leaders and movements. The bill also directs the State Board of Education to update social studies standards to incorporate this instruction.
Key provisions
- Designates November 7th as "Victims of Communism Day".
- Requires public schools to observe the day.
- Mandates 45 minutes of instruction on Victims of Communism Day in high school U.S. Government classes.
- Specifies historical figures and events to be covered in the instruction (Mao Zedong, Stalin, Castro, Lenin, Pol Pot, Maduro).
- Directs the State Board of Education to revise social studies standards.
- Allows for observation on the preceding day if November 7th falls on a weekend or holiday.
Who is affected
- Public school students in West Virginia
- High school students taking U.S. Government
- Teachers of U.S. Government in West Virginia
- The State Board of Education
- The Governor of West Virginia
Notable changes
- Introduces a specific day of remembrance for victims of communism.
- Requires dedicated instruction on the topic within the U.S. Government curriculum.
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