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CT HB05516

An Act Concerning The Inclusion Of The Naturalization Test As Part Of The High School Graduation Requirements.


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Introduced
01/21/2025
In Committee
01/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025 General Assembly

Bill Summary

To promote civics education and encourage participation in the democratic process among high school students.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend existing education statutes by adding the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) naturalization test as a mandatory requirement for high school graduation. The naturalization test is a comprehensive exam that assesses an individual's knowledge of U.S. history, government, and civic principles, typically used to evaluate immigrants seeking U.S. citizenship. By incorporating this test into graduation requirements, the bill aims to enhance students' understanding of civics and democratic processes, potentially encouraging more active civic engagement among young people. The legislation seeks to ensure that high school students demonstrate a baseline knowledge of how the U.S. government functions, its historical foundations, and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship before receiving their diploma. This approach reflects a broader goal of promoting civic education and preparing students to be informed, participatory members of the democratic system.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Education (on 01/21/2025)

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