The bill, H.B. No. 1927, aims to amend the Education Code regarding instructional materials in public schools, particularly focusing on civics education and the handling of controversial topics. It mandates that each school district or open-enrollment charter school must teach civics education and adopt instructional materials consistent with established knowledge and skills. Additionally, it stipulates that teachers cannot be compelled to discuss or use materials on widely debated public policy issues, and if they choose to do so, they must approach the topic objectively and without political bias.

Furthermore, the bill prohibits any requirement for students to engage in activities related to political activism or advocacy as part of their coursework. It also includes specific prohibitions against teaching concepts that suggest inherent superiority or inferiority based on race or sex, as well as the requirement to understand the 1619 Project. The provisions of this act will take effect starting with the 2025-2026 school year, and it will become effective immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 28.0022 (Education Code 28)