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Prohibiting Federal Funding for 1619 Project Curriculum in Schools

This act aims to prohibit the use of federal funds for teaching the 1619 Project in elementary and secondary schools. If a school uses these funds for the project, their federal funding will be reduced by the cost associated with teaching it, with exceptions for low-income student programs and students with disabilities. This means schools might lose some federal support if they choose to teach this specific historical content.
Key points
Elementary and secondary schools are prohibited from using federal funds to teach the 1619 Project.
If a school uses federal funds for the 1619 Project, its federal funding will be reduced by the determined cost.
Reductions will not affect free and reduced-price lunch programs or funds for students with disabilities.
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Print number: 117_S_2035
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2021-06-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Saving American History Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2035.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Elementary and secondary schools are prohibited from using federal funds to teach the 1619 Project.
  • If a school uses federal funds for the 1619 Project, its federal funding will be reduced by the determined cost.
  • Reductions will not affect free and reduced-price lunch programs or funds for students with disabilities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Education