S 3618 · 95th Congress · Government Operations and Politics
Citizenship Education Act
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Introduced2
Committee3
Senate Vote4
House5
EnactedLatest: Referred to Senate Committee on Human Resources.(1978-10-14)
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Citizenship Education Act - Declares the purpose of such Act to be to: (1) assist in conducting research and other activities related to citizenship education; and (2) encourage the improvement of citizenship education in schools and communities. Authorizes the Commissioner of Education to establish a National Center for Citizen Education. Directs such Center, with regard to citizenship education, to: (1) formulate policy; (2) develop educational programs and curriculums; (3) disseminate information; (4) train teachers; and (5) develop a model State plan. Authorizes the Commissioner to make grants to States to assist them in carrying out such plans.…
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