What does Preamble of CHARLIE Act do?

This bill proposes to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The stated purpose is to prevent the American History and Civics program from funding 'radical indoctrination'.

What does SHORT TITLE. of CHARLIE Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Civics and History Advancement to Restore Learning, Integrity, and Education Act, also known as the CHARLIE Act.

What does PROHIBITING AMERICAN HISTORY AND CIVICS FUNDS FOR RADICAL of CHARLIE Act do?

This section amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 It prohibits funds for discriminatory equity ideology or gender ideology The Secretary may not give priority to grants based on certain characteristics

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CHARLIE Act

Last updated: 5/21/2026 · Introduced: 5/7/2026

Author: Burgess Owens (R-UT)

TL;DR (AI)

The CHARLIE Act amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to prevent American History and Civics program funds from being used for 'radical indoctrination'.
The bill prohibits the use of federal funds for programs promoting discriminatory equity ideology or gender ideology.
The Secretary of Education is restricted from prioritizing grants based on specific characteristics.

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