HB748

In terms and courses of study, providing for litterbug education.

Introduced·3/3/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB748 mandates litter prevention and awareness education for kindergarten through fifth-grade students starting in 2026-2027.

Pennsylvania HB748 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require litter prevention and awareness education for students in kindergarten through fifth grade starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The instruction can be integrated into existing science curricula and may use materials developed by the Department of Education. The term "school entity" includes school districts, charter schools, regional charter schools, cyber charter schools, and intermediate units.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 3, 2025

House

Referred to Education