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AR SB391

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2021

Primary Sponsor

Linda Chesterfield

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Origin

Senate

93rd General Assembly (2021 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Beginning with the 2021-2022 school year, all high school students entering ninth grade must complete one credit in a civics education course before graduation

  • The civics education course must consist of a minimum of two full semesters completed within the same academic year

  • The course awards one unit of credit toward graduation requirements and can be taken in grades 9, 10, 11, or 12

  • The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education must develop civics education materials or units in advance of the 2021-2022 school year

Legislative Description

To Require A High School Student To Take A Civics Education Course For Two (2) Full Semesters Within The Same Academic Year In Order To Graduate.

Last Action

Sine Die adjournment

10/15/2021

Committee Referrals

Education2/24/2021

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