MS HB1185

State Board of Education must develop a civics curriculum for all public middle and high schools, with implementation required in the 2022-2023 school year.

Curriculum must cover civic knowledge including civic life and government, foundations of American political system, the Constitution and democracy, U.S. international relations, and the roles of citizens in democracy.

Curriculum must include intellectual and participatory civic skills, including critical thinking about political issues and the ability to exercise rights and discharge responsibilities as members of self-governing communities.

Curriculum must teach civic dispositions including personal responsibility, civic responsibilities such as voting and jury service, respect for individual worth and human dignity, thoughtful civic participation, and promotion of constitutional democracy.

Act takes effect July 1, 2021.