Civics Learning Act of 2026

Key Points

• This bill would provide $70 million in 2027 to help schools teach students how the American government works. It focuses on making sure students understand the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the history of the civil rights movement.
• The money would be used for hands-on activities like community service projects, student government, and even educational video games. The goal is to move beyond just reading from textbooks to help students get involved in their communities.
• A large portion of the funding is set aside for high-need schools. The bill also ensures that the money is split fairly between elementary, middle, and high schools so that kids of all ages can benefit from these lessons.
• Supporters of the bill point to surveys showing that many Americans cannot name the three branches of government. They believe that better civics education will help reduce political division and create more informed voters in the future.

Impact Analysis

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