What does Preamble of American Civics Renewal Act do?

This bill aims to establish a congressional commission on American civics renewal. The bill's stated purpose is 'to establish a congressional commission on American civics renewal, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of American Civics Renewal Act do?

This bill is formally titled the American Civics Renewal Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of American Civics Renewal Act do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. The terms 'elementary school,' 'local educational agency,' 'secondary school,' and 'State educational agency' are defined using the meanings provided in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The term 'Commission' refers to the Commission on American Civics Renewal established under section 3(a).

What does ESTABLISHMENT OF CONGRESSIONAL COMMISSION ON AMERICAN CIVICS of American Civics Renewal Act do?

This section establishes the "Commission on American Civics Renewal." The Commission's task is to identify ways the Federal Government can strengthen support for civics education. The Commission will consist of eight members, with appointments made by specified congressional leaders and committee members. Appointments must be made within 60 days of the Act's enactment. The Commission will select a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Members are appointed for the life of the Commission, and vacancies are filled through the original appointment process. The Commission must hold its first meeting within 30 days of all members being appointed. Meetings will be called by the Chairperson, and a majority of members constitute a quorum.

What does DUTIES OF COMMISSION. of American Civics Renewal Act do?

This section outlines the duties of a Commission related to civics education. The Commission is tasked with reviewing the current state of civics education across various levels, including elementary, secondary, higher education, and adult learning. It will evaluate existing federal programs supporting civics education and recommend improvements for efficiency and equitable access. The Commission must assess teacher preparation and professional development for civics and government instruction. It is required to collect best practices for teaching civics and provide guidance on leveraging resources to avoid unfunded mandates. The Commission will develop a proposed age-appropriate civics education curriculum for elementary, secondary, and postsecondary students. This curriculum should promote the political thought and history of the United States and constitutional democracies globally. The Commission will also publish a national strategy document with recommendations for implementation by state and local education leaders. The proposed curriculum and national strategy must be submitted to specified congressional committees, the Secretary of Education, and the Archivist of the United States. The Secretary of Education is responsible for informing state educational agencies about the availability of the curriculum and strategy and providing accessible access.

What does POWERS OF COMMISSION. of American Civics Renewal Act do?

The Commission is authorized to hold hearings and gather evidence to fulfill the Act's objectives. The Commission can request information from federal departments and agencies to carry out the Act. Federal agencies are obligated to provide requested information to the Commission upon request from the Chairperson. The Commission is permitted to utilize the United States postal service. The Commission has the authority to accept, use, and dispose of gifts or donations of services or property.

What does COMMISSION PERSONNEL MATTERS. of American Civics Renewal Act do?

Commission members who are not federal employees are compensated at a rate equivalent to the annual rate of basic pay for Level IV of the Executive Schedule. Commission members are allowed travel expenses at rates authorized for federal employees under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5. The Commission Chairperson can appoint and terminate staff, including an executive director, without regard to civil service laws, though the executive director's employment is subject to Commission confirmation. The Chairperson has the authority to set compensation for the executive director and other personnel without regard to certain pay regulations, but rates cannot exceed Level V of the Executive Schedule. Federal government employees can be detailed to the Commission without reimbursement and without interruption to their civil service status. The Chairperson can procure temporary and intermittent services at rates not exceeding the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay prescribed for Level V of the Executive Schedule.

What does TERMINATION OF COMMISSION. of American Civics Renewal Act do?

This section establishes the termination date for the Commission. The Commission will terminate 60 days after submitting a proposed civics curriculum and national strategy. The submission must be made to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate. Section 4(d) governs the submission process.

What does APPROPRIATIONS. of American Civics Renewal Act do?

This section concerns appropriations for the Commission. The Commission is allocated $2,000,000 from Treasury funds not otherwise appropriated. These funds are intended to carry out the purposes of this Act. The allocated funds become available upon enactment of this Act. The funds remain available until expended.

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American Civics Renewal Act

Last updated: 3/11/2026 · Introduced: 3/11/2026

Author: Andy Kim (D-NJ)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a Congressional Commission on American Civics Renewal to strengthen support for civics education nationwide.
The Commission will review the current state of civics education across elementary, secondary, higher education, and adult learning levels, recommending improvements to federal programs.
The Commission will develop an age-appropriate civics education curriculum for elementary, secondary, and postsecondary students, promoting U.S. political thought and history.
The Commission will publish a national strategy document with recommendations for state and local education leaders to implement the curriculum.
The bill allocates $2 million from Treasury funds to the Commission to carry out its duties and will terminate 60 days after submitting its curriculum and strategy to Congress.

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