The bill details the activities and funding associated with the Genocide Education Trust Fund for fiscal year 2025, as established by Chapter 98 of the Acts of 2021. It reports that $3 million was appropriated for the Trust Fund, which provided grants to 42 Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to enhance their genocide education programs. The funding supported various initiatives, including the Genocide Education Grant, which aimed to strengthen instruction on genocide history. The LEAs reported an average of 95.6 hours of instruction related to genocide, integrating this education into existing curricula. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education plans to continue funding these initiatives in FY2026, focusing on combating hate and promoting awareness of historical injustices.

Additionally, the bill outlines the continued support for LEAs, with $1,343,089 awarded to various educational institutions in FY2025, ranging from $1,900 to $60,000 for different recipients. This funding is intended to deepen instruction surrounding genocide education and improve awareness of this critical subject. The successful implementation of the Genocide Education Grant program has seen participation from numerous schools, facilitating the development of curricula and resources that address the complexities of genocide. The ongoing efforts in FY2026 are expected to build on the progress made in the previous fiscal year, ensuring students receive comprehensive education on this important topic.