This bill establishes the Civics Education Professional Commission within the Department of Education to develop a comprehensive civics curriculum for public schools across all grade levels. The commission will consist of 11 members, including representatives from NH Civics, teachers from various educational levels, members of the House of Representatives, the Secretary of State, the Commissioner of the Department of Education, and two high school students involved in student government. The commission is tasked with creating a civics curriculum framework, designing professional development programs for teachers, recommending best practices for integrating civics education, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure the curriculum's relevance and effectiveness.

The bill introduces a new section, RSA 21-N:8-f, which outlines the formation and responsibilities of the Civics Education Professional Commission. It specifies the composition of the commission and the duties it must fulfill, including submitting a report with recommendations and implementation strategies to the Department of Education and the General Court by November 1, 2026. There are no deletions from current law mentioned in the text. The act is set to take effect upon its passage.