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3 mothers sue to block Texas law requiring Ten Commandments in public schools

Updated on: August 7, 2026 / 8:09 PM EDT / CBS News

3 mothers sue to block Texas law requiring Ten Commandments in public schools

TL;DR

  • Three mothers have filed a state lawsuit against Texas Senate Bill 10, which requires public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments.
  • The lawsuit alleges SB-10 violates the Texas Religious Freedom Restoration Act and the Parental Rights constitutional amendment.
  • Opponents argue the law imposes one religion's beliefs on students and infringes on parents' rights to guide their children's upbringing.
  • Supporters contend the Ten Commandments are part of American heritage and history.
  • Texas is one of four states with such a law, and others are considering similar legislation.
  • A separate federal lawsuit challenging SB-10 is also ongoing, with a potential appeal to the Supreme Court.
  • Some school districts are delaying displays pending the outcome of litigation.