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Texas schools to require Bible reading starting 2030

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The Texas Board of Education has approved a measure requiring public school students to read passages from the Bible, beginning in 2030. This decision, passed by a 9-5 vote, mandates reading lists that include biblical texts for over 5 million students. Critics argue this violates the Constitution's establishment clause, which separates church and state, while supporters believe it restores important Judeo-Christian teachings to the curriculum. AI

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Texas schools to require Bible reading starting 2030

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Reuters ·

    Bible passages to be required reading in Texas public schools

    The Texas Board of Education on ⁠Friday approved mandated reading ⁠lists for public school ⁠children that include passages from the Bible – the latest effort by leaders there to infuse the education system with conservative and religious ideals. The Republican-dominated board, in…

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