HB 1879 -- Disability History and Awareness Month

Sponsor:  Grisamore

This bill designates October as "Disability History and Awareness
Month" in all public schools and requires each school board to
annually provide instruction on the topic during the month.  The
bill specifies the elements of disability history, provides
methods for integrating the topic into existing curricula, and
establishes goals for the program.  Higher education institutions
are encouraged to conduct and promote activities on their
campuses that provide education, understanding, and awareness of
individuals with disabilities.

Missouri House of Representatives
95th General Assembly, 2nd Regular Session
Last Updated September 14, 2010 at 3:12 pm