WA could require public schools teach LGBTQ+ history under proposed bill

Public schools in Washington may soon be required to teach students about the contributions and history of LGBTQ+ people under a bill approved by the state Senate last week. Senate Bill 5462 would mandate school districts in Washington adopt curricula that includes “diverse, equitable, inclusive, age-appropriate instructional materials” on historically marginalized and underrepresented groups. That includes people of color, people with disabilities, people who are neurodiverse, and those from various religious backgrounds. The bill specifically requires the state Office of Superintendent of Pu…

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