Michigan HB4829 mandates a constitutional literacy course for high school students, prohibiting certain teachings in public schools.

Michigan HB4829 amends the Michigan Merit Curriculum Act to require a two-semester constitutional literacy course for high school students starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The course must cover the intellectual sources of U.S. founding documents, the American Revolution, the U.S. Constitution, and other foundational topics. Students must successfully complete this course to receive a high school diploma. The bill also prohibits public schools from teaching that slavery and racism are consistent with U.S.

Michigan HB4829 mandates a constitutional literacy course for high school students, prohibiting certain teachings in public schools.

Michigan HB4829 amends the Michigan Merit Curriculum Act to require a two-semester constitutional literacy course for high school students starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The course must cover the intellectual sources of U.S. founding documents, the American Revolution, the U.S. Constitution, and other foundational topics. Students must successfully complete this course to receive a high school diploma. The bill also prohibits public schools from teaching that slavery and racism are consistent with U.S.