Bill > AB908

This bill amends the California Education Code to strengthen requirements for diversity and representation in school instructional materials and social sciences instruction. Specifically, it requires the State Department of Education to monitor compliance with existing laws that mandate instructional materials accurately reflect the cultural, racial, and social diversity of California and the United States. The bill expands the scope of required representation to include contributions from people of all genders, Native Americans, African Americans, Latino Americans, Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, European Americans, LGBTQ+ Americans, persons with disabilities, and members of various ethnic, cultural, religious, and socioeconomic groups. The legislation also requires social sciences instruction to emphasize the roles and contributions of these diverse groups in the economic, political, and social development of California and the United States, with a particular focus on their representation in contemporary society. By mandating annual compliance monitoring, the bill aims to ensure that educational materials and curriculum more comprehensively and accurately represent the state's diverse population, promoting a more inclusive and equitable educational experience for students.

Budget and Finance, Education

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