Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that strong public education in United States history and civics is essential to preserving the Nation's founding ideals on the eve of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

This resolution states the House of Representatives' view that history and civics education in schools is essential to preserving the nation's founding ideals. It recognizes the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026 as a chance to build civic knowledge among students and the public. It encourages states, territories, Indian Tribes, and local school agencies to teach about the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and founding leaders such as George Washington. It also supports voluntary partnerships between schools and museums, libraries, historic sites, and other groups, and recognizes the work of teachers and historians. The resolution does not create new laws or funding.

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Sponsors

• Jim Costa Democrat sponsor
• 1 cosponsors