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Introduced
02/25/2021
02/25/2021
In Committee
02/25/2021
02/25/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/30/2021
06/30/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A N A C T RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE CIVIC LITERACY ACT *** This act would require the implementation of the civic literacy act for all students between 1 the eighth grade and twelfth grade, attending public schools, or other schools managed and 2 controlled by the state of Rhode Island, requiring the students to demonstrate proficiency in civics 3 education, commencing with the graduating class of 2025 and all graduating classes thereafter. 4 This act would take effect upon passage. 5 ======== LC001929 ========
AI Summary
This bill, titled the Civic Literacy Act, would require all students in grades 8 through 12 attending public or state-managed schools in Rhode Island to complete a course in American Civics proficiency, starting with the graduating class of 2025 and all subsequent classes. The bill aims to ensure that students have a firm understanding of the history, foundational documents, and democratic principles of the United States, as well as the roles and responsibilities of various levels of government. The bill also establishes a Civics Project Trust Fund to support the implementation of the civics education program, with a focus on underserved communities and ensuring a diverse social studies teacher workforce.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Education (on 02/25/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| BillText | http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/BillText21/SenateText21/S0354.pdf |
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