TX HB659

Requires the State Board of Education to develop a cultural inclusion curriculum for social studies courses in kindergarten through grade 12 at all public schools and open-enrollment charter schools

Curriculum must encourage students' sense of self, acceptance of diversity through exploring differences, critical thinking about bias and stereotypes, empathy toward others, and self-advocacy in the face of bias

State Board of Education must consult with the Texas Education Agency and stakeholders, and may create a volunteer work group to develop recommendations for the curriculum

Requires a memorandum of understanding between the State Board of Education, the agency, and stakeholders establishing responsibilities for developing curriculum that reflects cultural, linguistic, and religious diversity

School districts and charter schools may tailor the curriculum to their local communities with input from various stakeholders, subject to State Board of Education rules

Applies beginning with the 2025-2026 school year