Bill > S1336

This bill amends existing Idaho law to revise and establish provisions for civics education in public schools, emphasizing the importance of understanding the nation's republican form of government, American history, and the virtues necessary for good citizenship. It mandates that secondary students receive instruction on fundamental principles of self-government, key historical documents like the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, and the history of the American Revolution, including its Western intellectual influences and the contributions of founding fathers. The bill also requires instruction on the antithetical nature of totalitarian ideologies such as communism and fascism to American principles, detailing historical examples of their failures and atrocities. Furthermore, it updates requirements for a civics test and participation in American government and history courses, with specific content outlined for the civics test, and introduces new requirements for curricular materials in history, American government, and civics, ensuring they align with state standards, promote patriotism, foster good moral character, and cultivate knowledge of Western civilization and America's republican form of government. The bill also includes an emergency clause, making its provisions effective on July 1, 2026.

Education, Justice

State Affairs Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/S1336/