EDUCATION – Repeals and adds to existing law to require school-sponsored Bible reading.

Idaho's H 162 would require daily, uninterpreted Bible reading in all public school classrooms using the King James, New King James, or Revised Standard Bible versions. It mandates that schools complete reading the entire Bible sequentially over 10 years, without teacher commentary or student discussion during readings. The bill provides exemptions for teachers who object on religious grounds (replaced by another staff member) and for students whose parents submit written requests. This policy directly affects all Idaho public school students and teachers, with implementation set for July 1, 2025.