Social studies standards modification to include the dangers and perils of communism and socialism

This bill directs the Minnesota Department of Education to update social studies standards by 2030-2031 to include specific information about the dangers and perils of communism and socialism. The amendment requires that these updates include estimated lives lost under these political systems and negative outcomes associated with them. The change applies to public schools in Minnesota and becomes effective on July 1, 2026. The bill does not mandate immediate curriculum changes but sets a timeline for future standards revision.