HB 7083 Summary

• Requires all Connecticut public school districts to include Puerto Rican and Latino studies as part of their curriculum beginning July 1, 2019, utilizing existing public or private materials and State Board of Education resources.

• Mandates at least one credit in Puerto Rican and Latino studies for high school graduation requirements starting with classes graduating in 2023, which may count toward any of the required credit categories.

• Directs the Department of Education to develop a high school course curriculum in Puerto Rican and Latino studies by July 1, 2020, counting as one credit toward graduation requirements.

• Requires the State Board of Education to develop and adopt a model curriculum for grades kindergarten through eight by July 1, 2020, integrating Puerto Rican and Latino studies across various subject areas.

• Authorizes local and regional boards of education to accept gifts, grants, and donations to support development and implementation of Puerto Rican and Latino studies curricula.