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TX SB1323
Bill
Status
2/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Brent Hagenbuch
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AI Summary
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Modifies the required economics course for high school graduation to explicitly include personal financial literacy as part of the curriculum, rather than offering "personal financial literacy & economics" as an alternative standalone option
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Maintains existing foundation high school program requirements: 4 credits in English, 3 credits in mathematics, 3 credits in science, 3 credits in social studies, 2 credits in a language other than English, 5 elective credits, 1 credit in fine arts, and 1 credit in physical education
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Applies only to students entering ninth grade during the 2025-2026 school year or later; students already in grades 10-12 during that year remain under previous requirements
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Takes effect immediately with a two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, or September 1, 2025 otherwise
Legislative Description
Relating to the curriculum requirements for high school students in public schools.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Education K-16
2/28/2025