0
0
0
Encouraging all schools in the United States to teach students digital literacy and history related to the Holocaust, World War II, and antisemitism.
2/5/2024, 12:39 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 978
Bill 118 HRES 978, also known as the Encouraging Digital Literacy and Holocaust Education Act, is a proposed piece of legislation in the United States Congress. The bill aims to promote digital literacy and educate students on the history of the Holocaust, World War II, and antisemitism in all schools across the country.
If passed, this bill would encourage schools to incorporate lessons on these important topics into their curriculum. By teaching students about the atrocities of the Holocaust, the impact of World War II, and the dangers of antisemitism, the hope is to promote tolerance, understanding, and empathy among future generations.
The bill emphasizes the importance of digital literacy in today's society, recognizing the role that technology plays in shaping our understanding of history and current events. By teaching students how to critically evaluate information online and discern fact from fiction, the bill aims to equip them with the skills necessary to combat misinformation and hate speech. Overall, the Encouraging Digital Literacy and Holocaust Education Act seeks to ensure that all students have a comprehensive understanding of these crucial historical events and the importance of combating prejudice and discrimination in our society.
If passed, this bill would encourage schools to incorporate lessons on these important topics into their curriculum. By teaching students about the atrocities of the Holocaust, the impact of World War II, and the dangers of antisemitism, the hope is to promote tolerance, understanding, and empathy among future generations.
The bill emphasizes the importance of digital literacy in today's society, recognizing the role that technology plays in shaping our understanding of history and current events. By teaching students how to critically evaluate information online and discern fact from fiction, the bill aims to equip them with the skills necessary to combat misinformation and hate speech. Overall, the Encouraging Digital Literacy and Holocaust Education Act seeks to ensure that all students have a comprehensive understanding of these crucial historical events and the importance of combating prejudice and discrimination in our society.
Congressional Summary of HRES 978
This resolution (1) encourages adoption of learning standards for history education and digital literacy to ensure a nuanced and accurate understanding of pivotal historical events, including the Holocaust and World War II; (2) urges all educational institutions to prioritize and integrate developmentally appropriate learning to address anti-Semitism; and (3) supports allocating federal funding for professional development opportunities for educators related to history education and digital literacy.
Read the Full Bill
Current Status of Bill HRES 978
Bill HRES 978 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 25, 2024. Bill HRES 978 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 25, 2024. Bill HRES 978's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of January 25, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 978
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 978
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 978
Encouraging all schools in the United States to teach students digital literacy and history related to the Holocaust, World War II, and antisemitism.
Encouraging all schools in the United States to teach students digital literacy and history related to the Holocaust, World War II, and antisemitism.
Comments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 978
Latest Bills
Making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8469May 16, 2026
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Bill HR 8845May 16, 2026
LIFT Act
Bill HR 8864May 16, 2026
Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act
Bill HR 8859May 16, 2026
To amend title 5, United States Code, to add certain employees of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to the definition of employees in fire protection activities for the purpose of compensation for certain illnesses and diseases deemed to be proximately caused by employment in fire protection activities.
Bill HR 8863May 16, 2026
Expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2026, as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into cures for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers in general.
Bill HRES 1295May 16, 2026
To amend title 18, United States, to include property damage in acts that constitute domestic terrorism, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8843May 16, 2026
CRUISE Act
Bill HR 7083May 16, 2026
To allow Americans to sue federal officials for constitutional violations of voting rights and election law.
Bill HR 8858May 16, 2026
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Charter Schools Week", to be observed from May 10 through May 16, 2026.
Bill HRES 1298May 16, 2026


