The bill, S.B. No. 2643, aims to enhance civics education in Texas public high schools by amending Section 28.002 of the Education Code. It introduces a new subsection (h-3) that mandates the State Board of Education to adopt essential knowledge and skills for the government component of the social studies curriculum. This curriculum will focus on developing students' civic knowledge, covering topics such as the roles of various governmental officials, the voting process and election laws, eligibility requirements for running for office, Robert's Rules of Order, and the elected officials representing students at different government levels.

The implementation of this new curriculum requirement is set to begin with the 2025-2026 school year. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from both houses of the legislature; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 28.002 (Education Code 28)