Lawmakers debate permissive versus mandatory displays as key compromise point
Committee members argued over whether the bill should require schools to display the Ten Commandments or merely permit local districts to choose; supporters said permissive language reduces legal risk while opponents urged pursuing a mandatory standard later.
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A central point of contention in the conference committee was whether the bill should require schools to display the Ten Commandments or make such displays permissive.
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