The Native Histories and Cultures Education Act, legislation to provide states with more comprehensive and accurate education on Native American history, was introduced to Congress this past week in advance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, which is today.

“It is unacceptable that so many Americans are under and misinformed about Native peoples and their history,” Smith said in a press statement, adding that the bill would help dispel “harmful misconceptions and stereotypes” about Indigenous individuals and communities.

Read the full Act: https://ciosenus.app.box.com/s/3hsb87fo11gxa0bzdgpwspz435elmoss

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