Bill > A07260

This bill amends the education law to require public elementary and high schools to provide instruction in Asian American history and civic impact. The bill directs the Board of Regents to establish and develop a course of study on Asian American history, including topics such as the history of Asian Americans in New York and the Northeast, the contributions of Asian Americans to civil rights and various fields, and the economic, cultural, social, and political development of the United States. The commissioner is responsible for providing technical assistance, adopting rules, and enforcing compliance with the new requirements. The bill also specifies that completion of these courses shall constitute an affirmation by students of their commitment to respect the dignity of all races and peoples and to eschew discrimination.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/A7260