To direct the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on the efforts of States, local educational agencies, and public elementary and secondary schools to educate students about the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and for other purposes.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (8 Sep 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
What this bill does
This bill, H.R. 10314, would require the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on how public elementary and secondary schools across the United States are teaching students about the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The study would examine existing curriculum requirements, teaching methods, instructional materials, and how student understanding is assessed. It would also identify any challenges or resources needed for effective education on this topic.
The study would involve all states, a representative sample of local school districts, and a representative sample of public schools within those districts. The findings, along with recommendations, would be compiled into a report submitted to Congress.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in September 2026 and referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce. It has not yet progressed beyond this stage. If enacted, the study would need to begin within 180 days, and the final report would be due either 180 days after the study concludes or 3 years after the bill becomes law, whichever comes first.
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Timeline
8 Sep 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10314 do?
- This bill, H.R. 10314, would require the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on how public elementary and secondary schools across the United States are teaching students about the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The study would examine existing curriculum requirements, teaching methods, instructional materials, and how student understanding is assessed. It would also identify any challenges or resources needed for effective education on this topic. The study would involve all states, a representative sample of local school districts, and a representative sample of public schools within those districts. The findings, along with recommendations, would be compiled into a report submitted to Congress. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in September 2026 and referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce. It has not yet progressed beyond this stage. If enacted, the study would need to begin within 180 days, and the final report would be due either 180 days after the study concludes or 3 years after the bill becomes law, whichever comes first.
- Has H.R. 10314 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10314. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10314?
- H.R. 10314 was sponsored by Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5] (D-NJ), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10314?
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. (8 Sep 2026).
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