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Texas board approves Bible stories as required reading in public schools
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: JAMIE STENGLE and JIM VERTUNO, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Main News
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A required reading list has been approved for over 5 million students.
In Austin, the Texas education board made a decision affecting public school students statewide. A required reading list has been approved for over 5 million students. The list includes Bible passages, a move that reflects conservative efforts to incorporate Christian teachings in classrooms.
Further details about the decision and its implications are available from the Texas State Board of Education, the entity responsible for the approval.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Main News ·
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