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GA SB518
Bill
Status
Passed
5/24/2010
Primary Sponsor
Lee Hawkins
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AI Summary
- Amends Georgia Code Section 20-2-142 to require all elementary and secondary schools receiving state funds to include a study of the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. flag and the Georgia flag as part of the existing required curriculum on American institutions and ideals
- Adds this requirement within the already-mandated course of study in U.S. and Georgia history and the essentials of the U.S. and Georgia Constitutions
- Applies to all schools receiving state funds in any manner, with course offerings prescribed by the State Board of Education through its quality core curriculum
- Sponsored by Senators Mullis, Rogers, Shafer, Hawkins, Staton, and others; passed the Georgia Senate
Legislative Description
Education; require study of the pledge of allegiance to the flag of United States and Georgia flag; American institutions and ideals
Last Action
Effective Date
7/1/2010
Committee Referrals
Defense and Veterans Affairs3/30/2010
Education and Youth3/18/2010
Full Bill Text
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