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Amends section 2231(a) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (20 U.S.C. 6661(a)) by inserting additional text in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and by inserting text in paragraph (2) (multiple insertion points are indicated), as specified in the amendment instructions in this section.
Amends section 2232 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (20 U.S.C. 6662) by inserting additional text at multiple specified locations, including subsection (c)(1); subsection (e) (paragraphs (1), (2), and (4) and subparagraphs within paragraph (1)); and subsection (f)(1) (the matter preceding subparagraph (A) and subparagraphs (A) and (B)). Each listed insertion point is identified in the amendment instructions.
Amends section 2233 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (20 U.S.C. 6663) by inserting additional text in subsection (a) and in subsection (b) (both in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and in paragraph (1)(A)), as specified by the amendment instructions.
Amends section 303(b)(2)(D) of the National Assessment of Educational Progress Authorization Act (codified at 20 U.S.C. 9622(b)(2)(D)) by inserting additional text at the specified insertion point shown in the amendment instruction.
Amends federal elementary and secondary education law and the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) law to add or change requirements for American history and civics instruction, with findings describing historical experiences of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. The bill directs changes across existing ESEA programs, Presidential/congressional academies, national activities, and NAEP-related provisions to improve inclusion and treatment of AAPI histories in K–12 education; the specific inserted language is not included in the excerpt.
The United States has benefitted from the integral role Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have played in our Nation's history and contributions to the world.
The Pacific Island Territories of Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and all Pacific Islands (including Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia) have unique histories that are often overlooked in American history despite their contributions.
The traditional American history curriculum for kindergarten through grade 12 is taught from a Eurocentric point of view and excludes histories of racist immigration laws relevant to today’s policies.
Social studies textbooks for kindergarten through grade 12 poorly represent Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, overlook diversity within those communities, and show AAPI people in stereotypical roles.
The Federal Government can support teachers by funding educational activities of national museums established under Federal law to help incorporate accurate instruction on AAPI history and help students explore Asian Pacific American history as part of American history.
Primary affected groups: K–12 schools, students, teachers, curriculum developers, textbook publishers, state and local education agencies, and the Department of Education/NAEP program offices. If the final inserted language requires or incentivizes inclusion of AAPI histories, schools may revise curriculum standards, adopt new instructional materials, and provide teacher professional development. Textbook publishers and curriculum vendors would update content to reflect required coverage, increasing editorial and production work. State education agencies could need to align learning standards or assessments with federal guidance. NAEP changes could alter national assessment frameworks, item development, and reporting on student knowledge of American history and civics, affecting how educators measure outcomes. The bill’s findings also elevate AAPI historical experiences in federal policy, which may shape grant priorities and public messaging. The excerpt does not specify new funding or compliance deadlines; absent dedicated funds, states and districts could face added costs to update curricula and train teachers. Because detailed inserted text is missing, the scope of mandates, any reporting or accountability requirements, and precise timelines remain uncertain.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Introduced May 21, 2025 by Mazie Hirono · Last progress May 21, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Introduced in Senate