Bill Summary
This resolution expresses the stance of the House of Representatives that all 50 states should incorporate the events of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks into the educational curriculum for elementary and secondary schools. It emphasizes the significance of these events, which resulted in the deaths of 2,977 individuals and had profound implications for national security and emergency response in the United States. The resolution highlights the bravery of first responders who risked their lives to save others during the attacks and the need to educate future generations about this pivotal moment in American history. It argues that such education is crucial for honoring the memory of the victims and ensuring that the lessons learned from that day are not forgotten, thereby preparing future leaders and citizens to understand and prevent similar threats.
Possible Impacts
The resolution advocating for the inclusion of the September 11th terrorist attacks in school curricula could affect people in several ways:
1. **Civic Awareness and Responsibility**: By educating students about the events of September 11, the resolution aims to enhance civic awareness among young Americans. This education could foster a sense of responsibility and understanding of their role in a democratic society, including the importance of national security and community resilience in the face of adversity.
2. **Empathy and Historical Understanding**: Including the September 11th attacks in school curricula may help students develop empathy for the victims and their families, as well as a deeper understanding of the impact of terrorism on society. This can guide discussions around tolerance, diversity, and the human cost of conflict, contributing to a more informed and compassionate citizenry.
3. **Preparation for Future Leadership**: The resolution emphasizes the need to prepare future leaders and professionals in various sectors—such as government, military, and emergency services—with the historical context of September 11. By integrating these lessons into the education system, students may be better equipped to address contemporary challenges related to national security and public safety, potentially leading to more effective leadership and policy-making in the future.
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 692 Introduced in House (IH)]
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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 692
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all 50 States
should include the events of the September 11th terrorist attacks in
the curriculum of elementary and secondary schools so that people in
the United States may never forget that fateful day.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
September 10, 2025
Mr. Garbarino (for himself, Mr. Gottheimer, Ms. Malliotakis, Mr.
LaLota, Mr. Lawler, Ms. Tenney, and Mr. Langworthy) submitted the
following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Education
and Workforce
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RESOLUTION
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all 50 States
should include the events of the September 11th terrorist attacks in
the curriculum of elementary and secondary schools so that people in
the United States may never forget that fateful day.
Whereas September 11, 2001, was the deadliest terrorist attack on American soil
in United States history, claiming 2,977 lives in the span of only a few
short hours, and countless others due to injury and illness in the
following decades;
Whereas, on the morning of September 11, 2001, firefighters, emergency medical
personnel, and police officers serving in the five boroughs of New York
City bravely rushed into the World Trade Center to rescue the thousands
of civilians who had become injured and trapped, and at the same time,
first responders in Washington, DC, Arlington, Virginia, and
Shanksville, Pennsylvania, rushed to the aid of military personnel and
civilians who had been victimized as part of a coordinated terrorist
effort to cripple the United States economy and defense network;
Whereas, despite mounting losses, the first responders in New York, Washington,
DC, Virginia, and Pennsylvania carried out the greatest rescue operation
in the history of the United States, saving thousands that would have
otherwise perished;
Whereas the events of September 11, 2001, resulted in a shift in the United
States national security posture, demanding an unwavering commitment to
vigilance, proactivity, and caution that persists to the present day,
and forever changing how we approach defending the homeland from threats
foreign and domestic;
Whereas the first generation of Americans born following September 11, 2001, are
reaching adulthood, yet only 14 States require youth to be educated on
the events of that fateful day;
Whereas failing to educate the next generation of Americans about the events of
September 11, 2001, would be a disservice to the memories of the 2,977
innocent individuals who were murdered on that day, as well as the
thousands of first responders and survivors who, in the 22 years since
the attacks, have been diagnosed with, or have died as a result of,
cancers and other illnesses related to their presence during the
attacks;
Whereas it is imperative to educate the next generation of Americans about the
events of September 11, 2001, so as to prepare future leaders, Members
of Congress, servicemembers, homeland security professionals, and
everyday Americans with valuable insights and context critical to
preventing future attacks on the United States; and
Whereas in memory of all those who perished during the September 11th terrorist
attacks and those who continue to perish because of their rescue efforts
on that day, we must uphold our commitment to honoring their sacrifice
by ensuring that this fundamental part of the American story not be lost
to future generations: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that
all 50 States should include the study of the events of the September
11th terrorist attacks in the curriculum of elementary and secondary
schools so that people in the United States may never forget that
fateful day.
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