Relating to foreign language curriculum requirements for high school students in public schools.

HB 3884 requires Texas public high school students entering 9th grade in the 2025-2026 school year or later to complete two credits in the same non-English language as part of their foundation high school program. This amendment to the Education Code adds a specific language requirement to the existing curriculum structure, replacing previous exceptions. Students must take two consecutive credits in one foreign language (e.g., Spanish, French, or Mandarin) rather than choosing from multiple options. The rule applies to all public high school students meeting the grade-entry criteria, with implementation beginning in the 2025-2026 school year.