“Opinion of ‘Bible bill’ is up for interpretation; Both sides of the Scripture-in-school dispute say Abbott backed them up”
The Houston Chronicle reports:
Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott was supposed to settle a dispute over whether public schools must offer a course in Biblical study, but his opinion Thursday created more confusion.
Yes, schools are required to offer a course in the Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament) and the New Testament Bible, said Free Market Foundation officials after reading Abbott’s opinion.
No, they aren’t required, responded the Texas Freedom Network.
The Texas AG Opinion is here.
Yesterday, Free Market Foundation issued this press release.
The AP has issued this report on Friday morning: Bible Courses Allowed, Not Mandatory for Schools
Hat tip: How Appealing