Texas makes Bible passages required reading for millions of public school students
The Texas state education board approved a plan on Friday to require Bible passages as mandatory reading for over five million public school students starting in 2030. Critics argue the initiative breaches the separation of church and state, while supporters contend it reflects the influence of Judeo-Christian traditions in American history.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 19:32 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 20:00 UTC
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