September 11 Curriculum Resolution

Summary#

This resolution states that the House of Representatives believes all 50 states should teach students in elementary and secondary schools about the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. It was referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

What it means for you#

The resolution expresses the House’s view but does not itself require states or schools to change their curriculum.

Expenses#

No publicly available information.

Proponents' View#

The resolution says teaching about the attacks would help future generations remember those who died and understand the events’ importance, including their relevance to preventing future attacks.

Opponents' View#

No publicly available information.