Archive · 25 May 2025
Texas House Approves Ten Commandments for Classrooms
Texas is considering a new law that would require schools to post the Ten Commandments in every classroom.
The law has passed the House and is expected to be approved by the Governor.
Supporters believe it's important for students to know these commandments.
However, some people disagree, saying it could be unfair to students of different religions.
They argue that it could be against the rules that keep the government and religion separate.
The law specifies a certain version of the commandments must be displayed, even though translations vary.
Texas House approved a bill requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms.
The bill is expected to be signed into law by Republican Governor Greg Abbott.
Critics argue the mandate violates the separation of church and state.
Similar laws exist in Louisiana and Arkansas, but Louisiana's is on hold.
The bill mandates a specific English version of the commandments be displayed.
- Who
- The Texas House of Representatives, Republican Governor Greg Abbott, and various faith leaders and citizens.
- What
- The Texas House voted to require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms.
- When
- The House vote occurred on May 24, 2025, and the bill is expected to become law.
- Where
- Public school classrooms in Texas.
- Why
- Supporters believe the Ten Commandments are foundational, while critics cite religious freedom concerns.
- Bill Status
- Passed House, awaiting Governor's signature
- Date of Vote
- May 24, 2025
- Location
- Texas
- Supporters' Argument
- The Ten Commandments are foundational to US education
- Opponents' Argument
- Violates religious freedom and separation of church and state
- Size of Poster
- 41 by 51 centimeters