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ID S1336
Bill
Status
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
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Requires all Idaho public high school graduates to exemplify five "cardinal virtues" (prudence, justice, fortitude, moderation, and patriotism) and understand fundamental principles of republican government, including natural law supremacy and consent of the governed
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Mandates 2 credits each in American history and American government for grades 9-12, plus a full-year Western civilization course for 8th graders beginning in the 2030-2031 school year
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Specifies detailed curriculum requirements covering the American Revolution, founding documents, and instruction on how totalitarian ideologies like communism are "antithetical" to American government, including teaching about Soviet and Chinese atrocities
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Transfers authority over civics test administration from local school districts to the state superintendent of public instruction, with the new testing requirement taking effect in the 2027-2028 school year
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Establishes new standards for history and civics curricular materials requiring they "inspire patriotism," cultivate "good moral character," and foster appreciation for Western civilization, effective July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Amends and adds to existing law to revise and establish provisions regarding civics education.
EDUCATION
Last Action
Reported Printed; referred to Education
2/25/2026