This bill mandates that, starting in the 2027-28 school year, all school districts in Nebraska must include instruction on the history of communism in their social studies curriculum. The instruction is required to be age-appropriate and cover various aspects, including the history of communism in the U.S., atrocities committed under communist regimes, and the suppression of religious faiths. Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of school districts and the State Board of Education to ensure that this content is incorporated into academic standards and that civic education is emphasized across all grade levels.

The bill also amends existing statutes to align with these new requirements. Specifically, it adds the instruction on the history of communism to the social studies standards that the State Board of Education must adopt by January 1, 2027. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of civic knowledge and skills in schools, ensuring that students are prepared to be informed and responsible citizens. The original sections of the statutes that are being amended are repealed, indicating a significant update to the educational requirements in Nebraska.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 79-724, 79-760.01