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H.R.849: Civics Learning Act of 2019
About This Bill
- Introduced Jan. 29, 2019
- Latest Major Action Jan. 29, 2019
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
78 (76 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Jan. 29, 2019
Bill Summary
Civics Learning Act of 2019 This bill amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to prioritize innovative civics learning and teaching and to provide additional funding in FY2020 for civics education programs. The bill expands the allowable uses of grant funds for civics education to include before, during, and after-school and extracurricular activities, activities that include service learning and community service projects...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Jan. 29, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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Jan. 29, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Alcee L. Hastings (D-Fla.) |