Texas approves mandatory Bible readings in public schools, reigniting a century‑long debate | Opinion
On June 26, 2026, the Texas State Board of Education approved a required reading list for public schools, including selections from the Bible. The 9-5 vote, split along Republican and Democrat party lines, stems from a 2023 state law that required Texas to create a list with at least one mandatory reading per grade level.
29 Jun 18:37 · The Fresno Bee
Texas schools' mandatory Bible readings reignite century‑long debate
On June 26, 2026, the Texas State Board of Education approved a required reading list for public schools, including selections from the Bible. The 9-5 vote, split along Republican and Democrat party lines, stems from a 2023 state law that required Texas to create a list with at least one mandatory reading per grade level.
29 Jun 15:00 · UPI
God and grammar: Texas mandates Bible readings in public school curricula
Texas' education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes Bible stories, widening conservative efforts to bring Christian teac
26 Jun 23:02 · The Washington Times
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