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Senate approves civics education bill after debate over testing rules
Summary
The Utah Senate passed SB 60, the American Civics Education Initiative, after a day-long floor debate over amendments that would change when and how a short civics test applies to graduating students. Lawmakers debated exemptions, sampling alternatives and timing before approving the measure as amended.
The Utah State Senate on Day 17 approved SB 60, the American Civics Education Initiative, after extended debate over who the test would apply to and how it would be administered. Sponsor Senator Lyle Hillyard/ Senator Stevenson (as recorded) moved the bill and several amendments onto the floor; lawmakers ultimately passed the measure as amended and sent it on for enrollment.
Supporters said the bill's purpose is to ensure high school graduates have a basic understanding of citizenship and voting. Senator Stevenson summarized the bill's intent and defended its administration, saying, "It's a 5…
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