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CIVICS Act of 2023
3/13/2024, 5:22 PM
Summary of Bill S 2775
The CIVICS Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 2775, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at promoting civic education and engagement among students. The bill seeks to enhance civics education in schools by providing funding for programs that teach students about the US Constitution, democracy, and the responsibilities of citizenship.
Specifically, the CIVICS Act of 2023 would allocate resources to support professional development for teachers, develop innovative curriculum materials, and expand access to high-quality civics education for students across the country. The bill also includes provisions to encourage schools to offer opportunities for students to participate in community service and civic engagement activities.
Additionally, the CIVICS Act of 2023 aims to increase voter participation among young people by providing resources for voter registration and education initiatives. The bill recognizes the importance of civic engagement in a healthy democracy and seeks to empower students to become informed and active participants in their communities. Overall, the CIVICS Act of 2023 is a bipartisan effort to strengthen civics education in schools and promote civic engagement among students. By providing resources and support for teachers and students, the bill aims to ensure that future generations are well-equipped to participate in the democratic process and contribute to a more informed and engaged society.
Specifically, the CIVICS Act of 2023 would allocate resources to support professional development for teachers, develop innovative curriculum materials, and expand access to high-quality civics education for students across the country. The bill also includes provisions to encourage schools to offer opportunities for students to participate in community service and civic engagement activities.
Additionally, the CIVICS Act of 2023 aims to increase voter participation among young people by providing resources for voter registration and education initiatives. The bill recognizes the importance of civic engagement in a healthy democracy and seeks to empower students to become informed and active participants in their communities. Overall, the CIVICS Act of 2023 is a bipartisan effort to strengthen civics education in schools and promote civic engagement among students. By providing resources and support for teachers and students, the bill aims to ensure that future generations are well-equipped to participate in the democratic process and contribute to a more informed and engaged society.
Congressional Summary of S 2775
Constitution education Is Valuable In Community Schools Act of 2023 or the CIVICS Act of 2023
This bill requires national activities supported by American History and Civics Education grants to include programs that educate students about the history and principles of the U.S. Constitution, including the Bill of Rights.
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Current Status of Bill S 2775
Bill S 2775 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 13, 2023. Bill S 2775 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 13, 2023. Bill S 2775's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of September 13, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2775
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
1Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2775
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2775
CIVICS Act of 2023
CIVICS Act of 2023
Constitution education Is Valuable In Community Schools Act of 2023
A bill to amend the American History and Civics Education program under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to require inclusion of programs that educate students about the history and principles of the Constitution of the United States, including the Bill of Rights.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2775
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