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This bill requires the State Preservation Board to place a nativity scene on the Texas State Capitol grounds during at least the month of December each year. Specifically, the bill adds a new section to the Government Code that mandates the placement of the nativity scene and explicitly states that this display is not considered a monument subject to existing limitations on monuments on Capitol grounds. The bill clarifies that this nativity scene requirement will take effect on September 1, 2025, ensuring that the display will be a recurring annual event during the holiday season. By creating this specific provision, the bill appears to be ensuring that a Christian holiday display can be consistently present on state property, potentially addressing previous restrictions or debates about religious displays in public spaces.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=SB515