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What to know about the push to make Bible stories required reading in Texas public schools
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk Jim Vertuno and Jamie Stengle | The Associated Press , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· June 25, 2026
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Key points Further information on the proposal and the upcoming vote can be found through NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, a local news outlet serving the Frisco area. This would affect over 5 million students across the state.
A proposal in Texas aims to make Bible stories required reading for public school students. This would affect over 5 million students across the state. The proposal has sparked debate about the role of religion in classrooms.
The Texas State Board of Education, which is controlled by Republicans, is set to make a final decision on the proposal. Details about the proposal and its potential impact are available from news outlets.
Further information on the proposal and the upcoming vote can be found through NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, a local news outlet serving the Frisco area.
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Category: government Published: June 25, 2026 Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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