HARRISBURG – To restore historical knowledge, promote civic responsibility and preserve our heritage, Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) has introduced the Creation of Law in Our Schools Act.
The legislation would require the display of four foundational documents in Pennsylvania’s public schools:
- The Ten Commandments – The first known codification of law in human history.
- The Declaration of Independence – The defining statement of American liberty.
- The Pennsylvania Constitution – The cornerstone of our laws and freedoms.
- The U.S. Constitution – The supreme law of our nation.
A recent survey found that only 47% of Americans can name all three branches of government, and one in five cannot name one.
“A nation that does not know its history is doomed to lose its identity. By ensuring that our students see and engage with these bedrock documents, we will instill in them a greater appreciation of law, responsibility and the sacrifices made to build this great nation,” Mastriano said.
Many states have passed legislation requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in schools.
“With the passage of my bill, Pennsylvania would take a unique and comprehensive approach by ensuring that students engage with all four foundational documents that shaped our commonwealth and our nation. This is not just about teaching history – it is about preserving the very principles that make America great,” Mastriano said.
The bill aims to ensure that every student in Pennsylvania grows up understanding the laws, rights and freedoms that define us as Americans.
CONTACT: Don Beishl, 717-787-6701