Texas Legislation Upholds Religious Freedom in Schools
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Posted 8 days ago
**Texas Takes a Stand for Religious Freedom in Schools**
In what many view as a significant step toward re-establishing the foundation of American values in education, the Texas House has passed bills that authorize prayer and Bible reading in public schools while requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in classrooms.
The two bills, SB 10 and SB 11, sponsored by Republican state Senators Phil King and Mayes Middleton, are now on Governor Greg Abbott’s desk for approval.
SB 10 mandates that a copy of the Ten Commandments be displayed in every public-school classroom starting in the 2025-2026 school year.
This move comes as a reaffirmation of Texas's commitment to freedom of speech and religious expression in its educational institutions.
Governor Abbott, a long-time advocate for religious liberties, previously defended the constitutional allowance for such displays when he successfully argued for a Ten Commandments monument at the Texas Capitol.
Meanwhile, SB 11 will enable teachers and students to participate in a voluntary period for prayer and reading of religious texts during school hours, contingent on parental consent.
Leaders like Senator Middleton emphasize the essential nature of these laws, arguing that "our schools are not God-free zones" and insisting that the legislation upholds the rights of educators and students to express their religious beliefs within the academic environment.
Despite bipartisan support in the Senate, the bills faced fierce criticism from Democrats who opposed the references to slavery found within the biblical text of the Ten Commandments. Critics argue these aspects warrant exclusion from educational settings, alleging they might perpetuate historical injustices.
However, supporters counter that the Bill of Rights protects the freedom to express and share religious beliefs, and students deserve the opportunity to learn about their heritage openly.
This legislative initiative is not just a local phenomenon; it reflects a broader sentiment across the nation, as conservative lawmakers push back against perceived encroachments on religious expression in public life.
The momentum for these bills further underscores the importance of maintaining the separation of church and state in a way that respects religious liberties while addressing the concerns of all constituents.
As Texas moves forward in this new direction, the implications for public education are monumental, offering a chance to rediscover and reinforce the values upon which the nation was founded.
Sources:
dailycallernewsfoundation.org
dailycallernewsfoundation.org
dailysignal.com
In what many view as a significant step toward re-establishing the foundation of American values in education, the Texas House has passed bills that authorize prayer and Bible reading in public schools while requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in classrooms.
The two bills, SB 10 and SB 11, sponsored by Republican state Senators Phil King and Mayes Middleton, are now on Governor Greg Abbott’s desk for approval.
SB 10 mandates that a copy of the Ten Commandments be displayed in every public-school classroom starting in the 2025-2026 school year.
This move comes as a reaffirmation of Texas's commitment to freedom of speech and religious expression in its educational institutions.
Governor Abbott, a long-time advocate for religious liberties, previously defended the constitutional allowance for such displays when he successfully argued for a Ten Commandments monument at the Texas Capitol.
Meanwhile, SB 11 will enable teachers and students to participate in a voluntary period for prayer and reading of religious texts during school hours, contingent on parental consent.
Leaders like Senator Middleton emphasize the essential nature of these laws, arguing that "our schools are not God-free zones" and insisting that the legislation upholds the rights of educators and students to express their religious beliefs within the academic environment.
Despite bipartisan support in the Senate, the bills faced fierce criticism from Democrats who opposed the references to slavery found within the biblical text of the Ten Commandments. Critics argue these aspects warrant exclusion from educational settings, alleging they might perpetuate historical injustices.
However, supporters counter that the Bill of Rights protects the freedom to express and share religious beliefs, and students deserve the opportunity to learn about their heritage openly.
This legislative initiative is not just a local phenomenon; it reflects a broader sentiment across the nation, as conservative lawmakers push back against perceived encroachments on religious expression in public life.
The momentum for these bills further underscores the importance of maintaining the separation of church and state in a way that respects religious liberties while addressing the concerns of all constituents.
As Texas moves forward in this new direction, the implications for public education are monumental, offering a chance to rediscover and reinforce the values upon which the nation was founded.
Sources:
dailycallernewsfoundation.org
dailycallernewsfoundation.org
dailysignal.com
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