Texas is pushing forward with plans to make parts of the Bible required reading in public classrooms

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29. Although education is left to the states, the Establishment clause has been applied to the states by USSC since 1947

Through the due process clause of the 14th Amendment. I’m often surprised at the confidence people have in their understanding of Constitutional law and the moving target of Supreme Court precedent. Also, much Constitutional law isn’t found in US founding documents, including the 1st Amendment’s application to states. Like much Constitutional Law, we can thank or condemn the Supreme Court for its current state. Absolutely not determinative but the following is a USSC endorsement of Jefferson’s sentiment.

“Neither a state nor the Federal Government can, openly or secretly, participate in the affairs of any religious organizations or groups, and vice versa. In the words of Jefferson, the clause against establishment of religion by law was intended to erect "a wall of separation between church and State." Reynolds v. United States, supra, at 98 U. S. 164.” Everson v. Board of Education, 330 U.S. 1 (1947)

I’m not sure how this Court will ultimately decide this case if it ever has the case before it, but whether it can stand constitutional scrutiny is not settled law