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AL SB349
Bill
Status
4/30/2024
Primary Sponsor
Gerald Allen
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AI Summary
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Establishes the American History and Civics Excellence Initiative within the State Department of Education, consisting of an online course requiring a minimum of 50 educational hours.
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Course curriculum addresses philosophical underpinnings of the American Republic, American exceptionalism, comparative analysis of governing philosophies, civic participation, and citizens' rights and responsibilities.
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State Superintendent appoints a program director (subject to Senate confirmation) to oversee the initiative and manage teacher applications.
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High school teachers completing the course become eligible for the American History and Civics Seal of Excellence Endorsement and may apply for a one-time stipend of $3,000, subject to legislative appropriation.
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State Board of Education oversees the initiative, adopts implementing rules, and develops separate application forms for the endorsement and stipend.
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Effective date: October 1, 2024.
Legislative Description
Teacher certification; American History and Civics Initiative, created within the Department of Education; online course of study and endorsement for high school teachers, provided for; one-time stipend, provided for; State Board of Education, required to adopt rules
Education
Last Action
Pending Senate Education Policy
4/30/2024