HB2209

Modifies provisions governing civics instruction in schools

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB2209 modifies civics instruction in schools, requiring specific American history content and a civics exam for graduation.

Missouri HB2209 modifies provisions governing civics instruction in schools. It mandates that American history courses include details of the racial equality movement. Students must pass a civics exam, similar to the one used by USCIS, to graduate. The bill also allows for waivers for students with disabilities and foreign exchange students. The Missouri Civics Education Initiative includes these changes.

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Emerging Issues Committee
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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)