Texas SB625 mandates personal financial literacy and economics courses for high school students in public schools.

The bill amends the Education Code to require the State Board of Education to include personal financial literacy and economics courses in the curriculum for high school students. Students must complete at least one-half credit in personal financial literacy and one credit in economics, world geography, or world history. The changes apply to students entering ninth grade during the 2025-2026 school year or later. The bill takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses; otherwise, it takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB625 mandates personal financial literacy and economics courses for high school students in public schools.

The bill amends the Education Code to require the State Board of Education to include personal financial literacy and economics courses in the curriculum for high school students. Students must complete at least one-half credit in personal financial literacy and one credit in economics, world geography, or world history. The changes apply to students entering ninth grade during the 2025-2026 school year or later. The bill takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses; otherwise, it takes effect September 1, 2025.