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AR HB1648

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/15/2019

Primary Sponsor

Fred Allen

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Origin

House of Representatives

92nd General Assembly (2019 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 6-16-121(a)(2) to modify requirements for teaching African-American history in kindergarten through grade 12 in public schools
  • Requires emphasis on the historic work of both American and Arkansas civil rights leaders and events during the civil rights era
  • Specifically includes Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his pursuit of justice in civil society as required teaching material
  • Approved April 15, 2019

Legislative Description

To Include Certain Arkansas Civil Rights Leaders And Heroes In The Teaching Materials Regarding African-american History In A Public School.

Last Action

Notification that HB1648 is now Act 1018

4/15/2019

Committee Referrals

Education4/5/2019
Education3/25/2019
Education3/4/2019

Full Bill Text

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