Alaska HB168 mandates a comparative government and civics education curriculum and assessments for high school graduation.

HB168 requires the development of a statewide comparative government and civics education curriculum, civics assessment, and civics project-based assessment. Students must complete a semester of this course and pass the assessments to graduate. The curriculum covers topics such as the founding history of the United States, federalism, and the institutions of the United States government. The bill takes effect for students entering grade nine on or after July 1, 2026.

Alaska HB168 mandates a comparative government and civics education curriculum and assessments for high school graduation.

HB168 requires the development of a statewide comparative government and civics education curriculum, civics assessment, and civics project-based assessment. Students must complete a semester of this course and pass the assessments to graduate. The curriculum covers topics such as the founding history of the United States, federalism, and the institutions of the United States government. The bill takes effect for students entering grade nine on or after July 1, 2026.