Wednesday afternoon, the Texas State Board of Education voted on a framework for the Social Studies TEKS that includes teaching Texas History to both elementary and middle school students, while also preserving respect and knowledge of the United States. This framework was labeled D.2.

Many educators, parents, and activists came to the meeting Wednesday to testify for the Social Studies framework. The Texas Values team was present to advocate for a framework that would not diminish American or Texas History. (View Mary Elizabeth's testimony on our Facebook page here.) One popular choice, Option C known as the comprehensive model, was revealed during the meeting to reduce U.S. History significantly down to 1 year over the span of grade K-8!

Thankfully, the SBOE amended the C model to create option C2 and they also presented Option D.2 to make sure that Texas students have a strong foundation in knowing themselves as Texans and American citizens. The SBOE will take a final vote Friday morning! Please encourage your SBOE member to hold the line and vote for America and Texas on Friday! Send email at [email protected].

Thursday morning, the Subcommittee on School Initiates at the SBOE discussed SB 204 by Senator Angela Paxton that requires school board trustees to receive training on parental rights and for each school district in the state of Texas to provide a handbook with parental rights that can be easily accessed by parents.

The implementation date for the parental rights handbook is January 1, 2026 and the deadline for the school board trustee training is April 2026. Texas Values worked with Senator Paxton and testified in favor of this law. If you have questions, please email us at [email protected].

Senator Paxton will be speaking at our Texas Faith Fest on Sept., 26 - 27. Get tickets for the 8th annual event here.

Yesterday, we tragically lost Charlie Kirk, Founder of Turning Point USA, by assassination while speaking on a university campus. We offer our condolences and prayers for his family.

Jonathan Saenz was interviewed by CBS Austin this morning describing the impact Charlie Kirk had on Texas and Texans.

Read about this tragic event on our webpage.

Today, we remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001. From the heroes who emerged in the face of unimaginable tragedy to the countless acts of courage and compassion that followed, we carry their memory with us always.

Laws that were passed in the Regular legislative Session went into effect on September 1. Read a blog about these laws on our website providing a brief description of each bill passed in the Texas legislature that supports faith, family, and freedom in the state of Texas. 

“The 2025 Texas Legislature focused on restoring values in Texas by returning the Ten Commandments to classrooms, restoring parental rights, and restoring confidence in common sense truths like stating in law a clear and accurate definition of male and female. These new Texas laws are what Texas voters asked for, and many of them received bipartisan support because these new laws create real solutions, to real problems.” Jonathan Saenz, President and Attorney for Texas Values

Read about the new laws taking effect in public schools, as well as the new laws impacting faith, family, and freedom, on our webpage.

The Texas Ten Commandments Bill (SB 10) went into effect on September 1!

It’s up to the people of Texas to help implement this new law—and you can play a vital role. For the Ten Commandments to be displayed, the poster or framed copy must be donated to the school(s). 

Visit our website tencommandmentstexas.com and select the school(s) in your area, purchase posters by following a simple step-by-step guide to donate them to your local school and district. You can also volunteer to deliver posters to schools.

Read our Press Release on the recent Court Ruling on the Texas Ten Commandments Law on our webpage.

We encourage you to involve your neighbors, church small group, or family in this important effort. 

While adopting a school, please take a moment to mark "Texas Values" in the referral drop down menu so we can keep track of volunteer statistics!

"We want to set policy and laws for future generations so that our families can thrive in liberty.

I couldn't sit back and be passive anymore...a lot of times it's the parents that have to enforce this.

SB 12 (Parental Rights Law) is just HUGE, we are so grateful to the legislators. We've got to make it known that our rights come from God and they are fundamental." ~ Christie Slape

Her interview is available to view on our YouTube Channel and on our Facebook page. 

Catch the weekly Texas Values Report at any time, day or night, and on additional podcast sites: Facebook, Apple, iHeartRadio, SoundCloud, Spotify, TuneIn and, YouTube.

Texas Faith Fest is the largest event of its kind in Texas, running 8 years in a row. You will hear from leaders from across the state and nation as they discuss family values in public policy – including life, marriage, religious freedom, and human sexuality.

Join us on THIS MONTH, September 26-27, at Great Hills Baptist Church, in the heart of the hill country, for two days of panels filled with faith & policy leaders where you will be educated, motivated, and activated to make a difference in YOUR community!

View photos from 2024 texasfaithfest.com.

Enjoy an incredible evening with like-minded friends—it’s the perfect opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations, especially with a friend who finds politics to be a tough topic. Together, we can embrace the power of our voices, champion freedom, and ensure our representation in government!

Highlights include: Special presentations, a look ahead into 2026, and the 11th Annual Kelly Shackelford Award!

Looking for a speaker with expertise on the legislative process and the latest updates?

Our speakers are happy to come to your church, civic group, or political organization to update you on new bills / laws passed and policy updates for Texas! Let us know how one of our speakers can make your next event a memorable and informative one by contacting us here.

Are you ready to “graduate to an advanced level of citizenship?” Texas Values University is a groundbreaking one-of-a-kind online education program that starts today and is here to help you learn, love, and lead like Jesus—on the issues of faith, family, and freedom.

With Texas Values University, you will receive expert information from decades of experience from Texas & National Leaders like Riley Gaines, Kelly Shackelford, Dr. Abby Johnson, Rick Green, and more!!

Be a part of this incredible, innovative journey and make a lasting impact on your community and beyond. Join us today!

Visit Texas Values' friend and big supporter Jim Day, owner of two shooting ranges, Eagle Peak Shooting Range and Garland Public Shooting Ranges!

Eagle Peak Shooting Range is nestled in the hill country northwest of Austin, and is located at 20026 Lindeman Ln, Leander, 78641.

Garland Public Shooting Range is northeast of Dallas, and is located at 2606 Pleasant Valley Rd, Garland, 75040.

Both shooting ranges are open 10AM - 6PM, EVERY day, Monday-Sunday, every holiday, every single day.

Visit eaglepeakshootingrange.com to support our good friend Jim Day; owner of shooting ranges, who shares your values.

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