Authorizes grants for educational programs in civics and history.

The Strengthening Civics Education Act authorizes the Secretary of Education to make grants to support educational programs in civics and history. It mandates a national assessment of student proficiency in civics and history in grades 4, 8, and 12, conducted every two years. The bill also establishes the America250 Civics Clearinghouse, a publicly available website listing federal scholarship and fellowship opportunities related to civics. It emphasizes the importance of civics and history education, aiming to enhance students' understanding of American government and democratic practices.

Authorizes grants for educational programs in civics and history.

The Strengthening Civics Education Act authorizes the Secretary of Education to make grants to support educational programs in civics and history. It mandates a national assessment of student proficiency in civics and history in grades 4, 8, and 12, conducted every two years. The bill also establishes the America250 Civics Clearinghouse, a publicly available website listing federal scholarship and fellowship opportunities related to civics. It emphasizes the importance of civics and history education, aiming to enhance students' understanding of American government and democratic practices.