House Bill No. 2696 mandates that public elementary and secondary schools in Texas display a durable poster or framed copy of the Ten Commandments in each classroom. The bill specifies that the display must be in a conspicuous location and meet certain criteria, including being at least 16 inches wide and 20 inches tall, and the text must be legible from anywhere in the classroom. The exact wording of the Ten Commandments is provided in the bill, ensuring that only the specified text is included without any additional content.

Furthermore, if a school does not have the required display, it must accept privately donated copies that meet the same specifications. Schools may also choose to purchase the posters using district funds but are not obligated to do so. The bill states that it will take effect at the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year, and it is not exempt from any other laws. Immediate effect is contingent upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature.

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