CHAPTER 336
An Act to amend and reenact § 30-351 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Commission on Civic Education; website.
[S 214]
Approved April 6, 2026
Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
1. That § 30-351 of the Code of Virginia is amended and reenacted as follows:
§ 30-351 . Powers and duties; report.
The Commission shall have the following powers and duties:
1. To develop and coordinate outreach programs in collaboration with schools to educate students on the importance of understanding that (i) a constitutional republic is a form of government dependent on reasoned debate and good faith negotiation; (ii) individual involvement is a critical factor in community success; and (iii) consideration of and respect for others is essential to deliberating, negotiating, and advocating positions on public concerns.
2. To identify civic education projects in the Commonwealth and provide technical assistance as may be needed to such programs.
3. To build a network of civic education professionals to share information and strengthen partnerships.