Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History Act

Overview: S 2385, the Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History Act, was introduced in the Senate on July 22, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address concerns about the teaching of American history in K-12 schools, with a focus on promoting objective, fact-based instruction that avoids political bias or revisionist narratives.

Key Provisions:
- Requires the Department of Education to develop and disseminate model curriculum standards for American history that emphasize primary sources, multiple perspectives, and historical accuracy
- Provides grants to states and school districts to support professional development for teachers on the new curriculum standards
- Establishes a commission to review and make recommendations on the treatment of controversial historical topics in textbooks and instructional materials
- Prohibits the use of federal funds for curriculum or instructional materials that promote political ideologies or historical revisionism

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- K-12 students would receive a more balanced and objective education in American history
- Teachers would have access to improved training and resources to deliver the new curriculum
- Textbook publishers and curriculum developers would need to align their products with the new standards

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been introduced in the Senate and is currently awaiting committee assignment and consideration.