SF1381

SF1381 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Social studies academic standards to include contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people and people with disabilities requirement

AI Generated Summary

This legislative bill proposed in Minnesota requires updating the state's social studies academic standards to include the historical and societal contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender people, and people with disabilities. It mandates the Education Commissioner to regularly review and revise all educational standards every ten years. This includes integrating various educational elements like Indigenous education, technology, ethnic studies, and ensuring alignment with necessary skills for career and college readiness. The goal is to create a more inclusive curriculum that reflects diverse experiences and histories.

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
February 12, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
February 12, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Education Policy

Citations

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        "New provisions to include contributions of LGBT people and people with disabilities in social studies academic standards."
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      "summary": "This bill modifies education policy requirements, impacting the academic standards under Minnesota Statutes section 120B.021.",
      "modified": [
        "Adjusts the language to specify embedding Indigenous education in standards consistent with recommendations."
      ]
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    "citation": "120B.021"
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    "analysis": {
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      "summary": "This section references mathematics assessments that must align with academic standards.",
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