Texas Becomes First US State to Mandate Bible Readings in Public Schools
Texas has mandated Bible passages as part of the required reading curriculum for public school students, becoming the first U.S. state to do so. The new rules, approved by the State Board of Education, will roll out from 2030 and affect over 5 million students.
The Texas State Board of Education has approved a new statewide reading list that includes mandatory Bible passages for public school students. The requirement makes Texas the first U.S. state to institute such a mandate.
The policy will be phased in starting in 2030 and will apply to more than 5 million students across the state. The decision has drawn attention as a significant move in the ongoing debate over the role of religion in public education.
Source: First Squawk