House Joint Resolution No. encourages Montana's school districts to incorporate cursive writing instruction into their curricula. The resolution highlights the importance of cursive writing, noting that while students are proficient in keyboarding due to technological reliance, they often lack the ability to read and write in cursive. It emphasizes the cognitive benefits of learning cursive, as research indicates that it activates multiple areas of the brain, and underscores the significance of being able to read historical documents, such as the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution, which were originally drafted in cursive.
The resolution calls for school districts to introduce cursive writing instruction as early as developmentally appropriate and to ensure ongoing exposure throughout a student's education. Additionally, it mandates that the Secretary of State send copies of the resolution to relevant educational authorities, including the Superintendent of Public Instruction and the Board of Public Education, to promote awareness and implementation of cursive writing in schools across Montana.