– The Arkansas House of Representatives has approved a bill that would allow the posting of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms in the state. The bill, known as HB 2978, passed with a vote of 72-21 and is now headed to the governor’s desk for approval.
The bill, sponsored by Rep. Marcus Richmond, seeks to promote moral values and principles by allowing the display of the Ten Commandments in classrooms. Supporters of the bill argue that it is a way to encourage students to adhere to a set of ethical standards and improve behavior in schools.
However, opponents of the bill argue that it violates the separation of church and state and could be seen as promoting a specific religious belief in public schools. They believe that the government should not be endorsing or promoting any particular religious text in public institutions.
If the bill is signed into law by Governor Asa Hutchinson, Arkansas will join other states that have passed similar legislation allowing the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools. In 2017, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of a monument displaying the Ten Commandments on the grounds of the Arkansas Capitol.
Overall, the bill has sparked debate among lawmakers and residents in Arkansas over the role of religion in public schools. While supporters believe that displaying the Ten Commandments can promote moral values, opponents argue that it is a violation of the separation of church and state. The final decision now rests with Governor Hutchinson as he considers whether or not to sign the bill into law.
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