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SB645

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in terms and courses of study, further providing for subjects of instruction and flag code and providing for handwriting instruction required; and, in charter schools, further providing for provisions applicable to charter schools and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations.

Introduced·4/21/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB645 amends the Public School Code to mandate cursive handwriting instruction and flag code distribution in schools.

Pennsylvania SB645 amends the Public School Code to require cursive handwriting instruction for students by the end of fifth grade. The bill also mandates that each school district distribute an illustrated copy of the National Flag Code to eighth-grade students. Additionally, the bill specifies that charter schools must adhere to various provisions and regulations applicable to public schools.

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Education Committee
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History

Apr 21, 2025

Senate

Referred to Education