Texas voters approve new social studies standards emphasizing African American and Indigenous histories, set for 2030–31 implementation.

Texas’ State Board of Education has approved revised social studies standards, expanding coverage of African American and Indigenous histories, including the transatlantic slave trade, Crispus Attucks, Freedom Colonies, and figures like Harriet Tubman and Chief John Horse. The 8-5 vote followed intense debate over how to teach slavery and the Civil War, with Democrats pushing for accurate, age-appropriate language and Republicans expressing concerns about content suitability for young students. The changes, expected to take effect in 2030–31, will be developed by educator work groups with final decisions due this summer.