Illinois HB4139 mandates the inclusion of Latinx studies in public school curricula starting in 2026-2027.
HB4139 requires every public elementary and high school in Illinois to incorporate the study of Latinx communities into their curriculum starting with the 2026-2027 school year. This study must cover historical factors, cross-cultural awareness, cultural representation, and social equity. The curriculum should highlight contributions of Latinx individuals in government, arts, humanities, mathematics, and sciences, as well as their role in the economic, cultural, social, and political development of the United States.
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