The bill, H.B. No. 3884, amends the Education Code to establish new foreign language curriculum requirements for high school students in Texas public schools. Specifically, it mandates that students must successfully complete two credits in a language other than English, as outlined in Section 28.025(b-1). The bill also repeals Section 28.025(b-12), which previously provided certain exceptions to this requirement. The changes will apply to students entering the ninth grade starting in the 2025-2026 school year, while students entering higher grades during that school year will follow the previous regulations.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the new requirements will not affect students who are already in high school prior to the 2025-2026 school year, as they will continue to adhere to the existing law. The act will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote in both houses; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025.

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