Texas mandates Bible passages in public school curriculum

The Texas Board of Education approved mandatory reading lists for public school students that include passages from the Bible, in a 9-5 vote on Friday. The lists will apply to over 5 million students starting in 2030. This decision follows a previous mandate requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in all Texas public schools, which was upheld by a federal appeals court earlier this year. Critics argue these measures violate the Constitution's establishment clause, which separates church and state. Supporters claim the readings restore historically significant Judeo-Christian teachings. The Republican-dominated board's action is part of a broader push by conservative leaders to infuse education with religious ideals.