The America Celebrating 250 Years Act mandates that principals and teachers in public schools conduct a two-sentence oral recitation from the Declaration of Independence for students in grades three through twelve at the start of each school day, immediately following the pledge of allegiance. The specific excerpt to be recited emphasizes the principles of equality and the rights of individuals as articulated by Thomas Jefferson. Additionally, the bill requires each board of education to develop an age-appropriate curriculum that contextualizes the significance of this statement within American history, including its connections to the American Revolution, the abolition of slavery, women's suffrage, and the civil rights movement.

To support the implementation of this act, the bill appropriates $10,000 to the Department of Education for the preparation and distribution of a notice to all public school boards, informing them of their obligations under the act and providing the complete text of the Declaration of Independence, with the recitation excerpt highlighted. The act also includes provisions for students who may have conscientious objections to the recitation, ensuring that they are not required to participate. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.