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This bill allows local education agencies (LEAs), which are public school districts, public charter schools, and teachers in public schools, as well as faculty and instructors at public colleges and universities, to teach about the positive historical impacts of religion on American history when they are already teaching American history. The bill states that this type of instruction is consistent with the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and is not considered proselytizing, meaning it's not an attempt to convert someone to a religion. The bill provides a detailed list of examples of historical topics that could be covered, such as the history of the Pilgrims, the religious views of the Founding Fathers, the influence of religious leaders on public policy and the Civil Rights Movement, and the origins of national symbols and mottos. This legislation takes effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to the academic year that begins thereafter.

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