Arizona students will learn about the Holocaust, other genocides, under new law
A sculpture at the Holocaust memorial in San Francisco. Public domain image
Arizona schools will be required to teach students about the Holocaust and other genocides twice in a six-year span under a new law.
The law was the years-long project of Rep. Alma Hernandez, D-Tucson, whose House Bill 2241 passed in the final moments of the 2021 legislative session. Previous attempts had fallen short of winning approval in both legislative chambers. The new law requires instruction in the Holocaust and other genocides at least twice between 7th and 12th grades.
[Photo courtesy National Archives, Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum]
PHOENIX, AZ On Friday, Rep. Alma Hernandez saw her Holocaust Education bill signed into law by Governor Doug Ducey. The legislation ensures the next generation of Arizonans will learn about the horrors of the Holocaust and the fact that more than six million people lost their lives at the hands of evil.
So honored to speak on Sunday alongside my friend @almaforarizona, who is celebrating her Holocaust Education bill which was signed today!
Kentucky: look for exciting news on holocaust Education as well! https://t.co/wPIPnBfhpr
House Bill 2241 requires that all Arizona students receive education on the Holocaust and other genocides during their K-12 education at least twice between seventh and twelfth grade.
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