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HB 2773

Requires school districts to provide instruction in cursive writing

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stephanie Boykin

Missouri bill HB 2773 requires public schools to teach cursive writing instruction to students as part of mandatory curriculum.

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Bill Summary · HB 2773

Legislative bill overview

HB 2773 mandates that Missouri school districts incorporate cursive writing instruction into their curriculum. The bill establishes a requirement for schools to teach students how to read and write in cursive script as part of standard educational programming.

Why is this important

Cursive writing has become increasingly rare in American schools following the 2010 Common Core standards, which did not require its instruction. Supporters argue cursive is necessary for reading historical documents, developing fine motor skills, and maintaining cultural literacy, while opponents question whether limited classroom time should prioritize cursive over digital literacy and other skills.

Potential points of contention

  • Curriculum time allocation: Critics argue cursive instruction diverts classroom hours from subjects like STEM, reading comprehension, or financial literacy that may have greater practical value in modern life
  • Implementation costs: Schools may face expenses for teacher training, curriculum development, and materials to implement new cursive requirements across grade levels
  • Practical utility debate: Questions whether cursive writing remains functionally necessary when most communication and documentation occurs digitally, or if learning to read cursive (for historical documents) should be separate from writing proficiency

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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