The bill, H.B. No. 1331, amends the curriculum requirements for high school students in Texas public schools, specifically under Section 28.025(b-1) of the Education Code. The key change includes the requirement for students to successfully complete three credits in social studies, which now explicitly includes one credit in economics, defined as personal financial literacy, alongside the existing requirements for U.S. history, government, and world geography or world history. The language regarding personal financial literacy replaces the previous mention of economics, streamlining the curriculum to emphasize financial education.

This amendment will apply to students entering the ninth grade starting in the 2025-2026 school year, while students entering higher grades during that year will follow the previous curriculum requirements. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.

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