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Read. Follow. Verify.Pennsylvania Establishes Diversity Inclusive Curriculum Pilot Program for Schools
Last action · March 25, 2025: Referred to EDUCATION, March 25, 2025Sponsors: Joe Hohenstein and 24 others
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What This Bill Would Do
Pennsylvania establishes a three-year Diversity Inclusive Curriculum Pilot Program within the Department of Education, starting with the 2026-2027 school year, to instruct students on the contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals. Participating school entities and s must submit proposals by May 15, 2026, and the department must establish guidelines by March 15, 2026.
Participating schools receive state guidance and curriculum frameworks to integrate LGBTQ+ historical and social contributions into classroom instruction, while being required to submit annual operation reports to the Department of Education.
- The measure amends the Public School Code of 1949, which governs the public school system in Pennsylvania. context
Who It Would Affect
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School entities and nonpublic schools
Eligible to submit proposals to participate in the pilot program and required to report annually on its operation if selected.
Department of Education
Tasked with establishing guidelines, consulting with professional organizations, selecting participating schools, contracting for an evaluation, and submitting annual reports.
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Mar 25, 2025HouseCommitteeReferred to EDUCATION, March 25, 2025
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Introduction of LGBTQ+ Curriculum Pilot
The bill mandates the creation of a structured statewide pilot program specifically focusing on political, economic, and social contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals.
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