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BillHR 8402 · 119

Civics Learning Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 21, 2026
Cosponsors
22
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 21, 2026

Bill Summary

Funds and establishes programs to improve civics education in schools. Requires schools to teach civics and provide resources for teachers to develop civics curricula.

Sponsored By

Emanuel Cleaver
Democrat · Missouri · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 21, 2026
  3. Apr 21, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects students and teachers in US schools, potentially improving their understanding of civics and government. It also impacts schools and educators by providing them with resources and funding to develop and teach civics curricula.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
23backers
  • Democratic23
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (22)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicEducation
CommitteeCommittee on Education and Workforce
IntroducedApr 21, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 21, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Subjects
  • Education

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.