To authorize the Secretary of Education to provide grants for education programs on the history of the treatment of Italian Americans during World War II.

This bill authorizes the Department of Education to provide grants for public awareness education programs on the history of the treatment of Italian Americans during World War II.

In awarding such grants, priority shall be given to Italian American historical and cultural organizations.

Bill 117 HR 3871, also known as the Italian American History Act, aims to authorize the Secretary of Education to provide grants for education programs focused on the history of the treatment of Italian Americans during World War II. The bill seeks to shed light on a lesser-known aspect of American history, specifically the discrimination and mistreatment faced by Italian Americans during this time period.

The grants provided by the Secretary of Education would be used to develop educational programs that highlight the experiences of Italian Americans during World War II, including internment, deportation, and other forms of discrimination. These programs would aim to educate students and the public about this often overlooked chapter in American history.

The bill emphasizes the importance of recognizing and learning from past injustices, and seeks to ensure that the experiences of Italian Americans during World War II are not forgotten. By providing funding for education programs on this topic, the bill aims to promote understanding, tolerance, and inclusivity in American society. Overall, Bill 117 HR 3871 represents a step towards acknowledging and addressing the historical injustices faced by Italian Americans during World War II, and seeks to promote a more comprehensive understanding of American history.