CIVICS Act of 2025

This bill changes a federal grant program for American history and civics education under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. It changes the program's rules so that funded national activities must meet certain requirements instead of being optional. Funded activities would have to show potential to improve student achievement and teaching in American history, civics and government, or geography. They would also have to show innovation, scalability, accountability, and a focus on underserved populations. They would have to include hands-on civic engagement activities for teachers and students, and programs that teach students about the history and principles of the U.S. Constitution, including the Bill of Rights.

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Sponsors

• Angus S. King, Jr. Independent sponsor
• 5 cosponsors