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ID S1336

Bill

Status

Passed

3/22/2016

Primary Sponsor

Education Committee

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 33-1602, Idaho Code, relating to instruction in the U.S. Constitution, national flag, national anthem, citizenship, and civics testing.

  • Beginning with the 2016-2017 school year, all secondary pupils must pass a civics test or complete an alternate path established by their local school district or charter school to demonstrate proficiency in state civics and government standards.

  • Defines the civics test as the 100 questions used by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services for naturalization applicants under 8 U.S.C. section 1423.

  • Applicability of the civics test requirement to pupils receiving special education services shall be governed by the pupil's individualized education plan.

  • Declares an emergency, making the act effective upon passage and approval.

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to provide an exception to a certain testing requirement.

EDUCATION

Last Action

Signed by Governor on 03/22/16 Session Law Chapter 98 Effective: 03/22/2016

3/22/2016

Committee Referrals

Education3/3/2016
Education2/16/2016
Judiciary and Rules2/15/2016

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