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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to including the events of Black History instruction at schools and institutions of higher education. Education.
AI Summary
This bill amends the General Laws to require all school districts and schools to include a unit of instruction on the events of Black history, including the history of the African slave trade, slavery in America, and the lasting effects of slavery. The bill also requires public community colleges, colleges, and universities to offer a course on Black history, which must cover the contributions of African Americans and the socioeconomic struggle for fair and equal treatment. The purpose of these provisions is to promote respect for the dignity of all races and the rejection of discrimination.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (10)
Michelle DuBois (D),
Nika Elugardo (D),
Carlos González (D),
Kevin Honan (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Liz Miranda (D),
Alice Peisch (D),
José Tosado (D),
Chynah Tyler (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5159 (on 12/03/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H581 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H581.pdf |
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