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Mandating Black History Inclusion in Federal Education and Civics Programs.

This bill mandates the explicit inclusion of African American history within federal grant programs for American history and civics education. For citizens, this ensures that public school students nationwide will receive a more comprehensive and integrated curriculum detailing the essential contributions of Black Americans to the founding, growth, and culture of the United States. The legislation also updates national history assessments to reflect this broader scope.
Key points
Requires federal education grants for history and civics to explicitly include Black history instruction.
Integrates Black history into the framework used for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) history tests.
Promotes collaboration between educational programs and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.
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Print number: 118_HR_703
Sponsor: Rep. Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3]
Process start date: 2023-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Black History is American History Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_703.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires federal education grants for history and civics to explicitly include Black history instruction.
  • Integrates Black history into the framework used for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) history tests.
  • Promotes collaboration between educational programs and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.
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 Rep. Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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Education