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WY SF0114

WY SF0114
Constitutional instruction and examination requirements.


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Introduced
01/16/2023
In Committee
01/20/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/03/2023

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2023 General Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to education; modifying the state and federal constitutional instruction required in public schools; requiring passing an additional examination for high school graduation; and providing for an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill modifies the state and federal constitutional instruction required in public schools, including the addition of the Bill of Rights and amendments to the U.S. Constitution. It also requires students graduating in the 2023-2024 school year and beyond to pass the civics test required for U.S. citizenship, with a minimum score of 60%, in order to receive a high school diploma. The constitutional and other required instruction must be given each academic year in kindergarten through grade 12, and in any higher education degree, certificate, or program requiring one year or more of full-time study. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

House Corporations (00:00:00 2/17/2023 Capitol Extension Room E005 & Online) (on 02/17/2023)

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