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PA HB1987
Bill
Status
10/23/2025
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Rabb
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AI Summary
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Schools may not use Native American names, symbols, or images as mascots, nicknames, logos, or letterheads unless they obtain written consent from a tax-exempt Native American rights organization founded before 1945
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Schools using Native American imagery must conduct school-wide programs on Native American culture at least twice per year and offer coursework on Native American contributions to society
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Schools must file annual reports with the State Board of Education detailing their Native American culture and history academic programs
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Non-compliant schools become ineligible for Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association membership and cannot participate in PIAA-sponsored athletic contests
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Applies to school districts, intermediate units, career and technical schools, charter schools, cyber charter schools, regional charter schools, and private schools; takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In preliminary provisions, providing for limitation on school mascots.
Last Action
Referred to Education
10/23/2025