Commission on Historic, Cultural, and Civic Contributions in Education - Establishment

Summary

The bill establishes the Commission on History, Culture, and Civics in Education, made up of appointed members representing Indigenous tribes, LGBTQIA+, disabled, Latino, African American, Asian American/Pacific Islander, teachers, higher‑education leaders and the State Superintendent. The commission will review current lessons, school calendars and professional‑development materials, then advise the State Board of Education and the Governor with annual reports. Its goal is to ensure that all students receive equitable learning outcomes regardless of background.

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Hearings

• Ways and Means — Bill Hearing
  Ways and Means · Feb 18, 2026

History

1. Apr 2, 2026Referred Rules
2. Apr 1, 2026Third Reading Passed
3. Mar 31, 2026Second Reading Passed with Amendments
4. Mar 31, 2026Floor Amendment {
5. Mar 31, 2026Favorable with Amendments {
6. Mar 30, 2026Favorable with Amendments Report by Ways and Means
7. Feb 4, 2026Hearing 2/18 at 1:00 p.m.
8. Jan 30, 2026First Reading Ways and Means

Sponsors

• Acevero · sponsor
• Alston
• Amprey
• Ebersole
• Fair
• Fennell
• Hornberger
• Lewis
• Martinez
• Mireku-North
• Roberson
• Ruff
• Simmons
• Taylor
• Terrasa
• Turner
• Wilkins
• Woods
• Woorman
• Young

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