Requires the observation of Black History Month in school districts
HB 2317 requires Missouri public school districts to implement educational programs and activities during February that honor Black Americans' historical struggles and triumphs. Specifically, each public school must dedicate at least one class period in February to these activities, as determined by school boards and administrators. The bill directly affects all public schools within Missouri school districts by mandating a structured, annual observance. It focuses on educational content rather than ceremonial actions, with no specific curriculum requirements specified.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Dec 10, 2025
Last action May 15, 2026
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Total actions
4
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Committee
1
May 15, 2026
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
lower
Dec 10, 2025
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mark Sharp
DDemocratic
Co
Kem Smith
DDemocratic
Co
Yolanda Young
DDemocratic
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