CIVICS Act of 2023

This bill amends federal grant criteria under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to prioritize civics and Constitution education. It requires grant programs to focus on improving teaching of American history, civics, government, and geography in K-12 schools, with specific emphasis on teaching the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights. Grants must also demonstrate innovation, scalability, accountability, and a focus on underserved students, while including hands-on civic engagement activities for teachers and students. The bill directly affects schools and programs seeking federal funding under this education law.