Texas SB1672 mandates personal financial literacy courses for high school students.

Texas SB1672 amends the Education Code to require the State Board of Education to adopt rules mandating high school students to complete at least one course in personal financial literacy. The course must allocate at least two-thirds of instruction time to this subject. This requirement applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year. If the bill receives a two-thirds vote from all members elected to each house, it takes effect immediately; otherwise, it takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1672 mandates personal financial literacy courses for high school students.

Texas SB1672 amends the Education Code to require the State Board of Education to adopt rules mandating high school students to complete at least one course in personal financial literacy. The course must allocate at least two-thirds of instruction time to this subject. This requirement applies starting with the 2025-2026 school year. If the bill receives a two-thirds vote from all members elected to each house, it takes effect immediately; otherwise, it takes effect September 1, 2025.