Ranking Member Scott Leads House Passage of Holocaust Education Bill
WASHINGTON – Today, Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott delivered the following floor remarks in support of S. 3448, the Never Again Education Reauthorization Act of 2023. This bill reauthorizes the bipartisan Never Again Education Act through 2030 and directs the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum to provide educators across the country with resources and training to teach important lessons pertaining to the Holocaust.
Watch Ranking Member Scott’s floor remarks on YouTube.
“Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I yield myself such time as I may consume.
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of S. 3448, the Never Again Education Reauthorization Act of 2023. This bill reauthorizes the bipartisan Never Again Education Act through 2030 to continue providing educators with resources and training to teach important lessons pertaining to the Holocaust.
“While Congress should not dictate school curriculum, this legislation maintains the balance of promoting important education while allowing school districts to govern themselves. The bill reauthorizes the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum to support Holocaust education programs across the country that educators can, if they desire, access to better serve their classrooms.
“Antisemitism is not a new problem, and we have seen such a disturbing rise in antisemitism that must be addressed for the safety and dignity of all Americans. Congress must continue to take steps to ensure that Americans are educated on the dangers of antisemitism and the lessons of the Holocaust.
“Passing this bill is critically important to combatting antisemitism and ensuring that schools maintain safe, productive spaces for all students. As the Ranking Member on the Committee on Education and the Workforce, I have worked with the Majority to ensure that the curricula introduced are appropriate for students according to their grade level following guidance from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum.
“I urge my colleagues to support the legislation, and I reserve the balance of my time.”
To read S. 3448, Never Again Education Reauthorization Act of 2023 bill text, click here.
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