Texas SB2643 mandates civics instruction in public school government curriculum for high school students.

Texas SB2643 amends the Education Code to require the State Board of Education to adopt essential knowledge and skills for the government component of the social studies curriculum for high school students. These skills include understanding the roles of governmental officials, the voting process and election laws, eligibility requirements for elected office, Robert's Rules of Order, and the elected officials representing students at each level of government. The changes apply starting with the 2025-2026 school year.

Texas SB2643 mandates civics instruction in public school government curriculum for high school students.

Texas SB2643 amends the Education Code to require the State Board of Education to adopt essential knowledge and skills for the government component of the social studies curriculum for high school students. These skills include understanding the roles of governmental officials, the voting process and election laws, eligibility requirements for elected office, Robert's Rules of Order, and the elected officials representing students at each level of government. The changes apply starting with the 2025-2026 school year.