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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to make civics education a high school graduation requirement. Education.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend the General Laws of Massachusetts to make civics education, including instruction on the U.S. Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Bill of Rights, as well as the Massachusetts Constitution and local government, a required subject for high school graduation. The bill aims to promote civic engagement and better prepare students for the duties of citizenship.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (16)
Jay Barrows (R),
Nick Boldyga (R),
Kim Ferguson (R),
Paul Frost (R),
Susan Gifford (R),
Sheila Harrington (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Randy Hunt (R),
Brad Jones (R),
Hannah Kane (R),
Kevin Kuros (R),
Dave Muradian (R),
Shaunna O'Connell (R),
Elizabeth Poirier (R),
Todd Smola (R),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2306 (on 02/15/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2043 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2043.pdf |
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