SB0058

School curriculum.

Introduced·12/8/25
Intr Text

Indiana SB0058 mandates schools to include print handwriting, cursive handwriting, and spelling in their curriculum.

Indiana SB0058 amends the Indiana Code to require school corporations, charter schools, and state accredited nonpublic elementary schools to incorporate print handwriting, cursive handwriting, and spelling into their curricula. The bill also mandates that high schools include studies on the constitutions, governmental systems, and histories of Indiana and the United States, with a focus on the Holocaust in U.S. history courses. Effective July 1, 2026, this bill aims to enhance the educational experience by ensuring foundational skills and historical knowledge are part of the school curriculum.

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Where it stands

Current
Education and Career Development Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 8

Senate

Senator Randolph added as coauthor

Dec 8, 2025

Senate

Senator Goode added as second author

Dec 8, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Leising