Author: Jason Carter

Jason Carter is the founder of the Texas Messenger and a dedicated advocate for public education in the Lone Star State. With extensive experience as a Texas school teacher, special education teacher, coach, principal, and school superintendent, Jason brings invaluable insights to his work. His deep understanding of the education system's challenges and triumphs informs his efforts to empower and engage the community. Through the Texas Messenger, Jason continues to champion the cause of public education, believing in the power of knowledge and advocacy to drive meaningful change.

Bill: SB 112

Relating to parental rights in public education.

Bill: SJR 12

Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a parent’s right to direct a child’s education.

Bill: SB 204

Relating to a handbook on parental rights in education and training requirements on parental rights in education for a member of the board of trustees of a school district.

Bill: HB 1137

Relating to a handbook on parental rights in education and training requirements on parental rights in education for a member of the board of trustees of a school district.

Bill: HB 612

Relating to the establishment of an education savings account program, an insurance premium tax credit for contributions made for purposes of that program, and the award of attorney’s fees in actions challenging certain educational choice laws.

Bill: HB 212

Relating to the establishment of a parental empowerment program administered by the comptroller of public accounts.

Bill: HB 810

Relating to the requirements for hearings and meetings conducted by the University Interscholastic League.

Bill: SB 163

Relating to funding for full-day prekindergarten programs under the Foundation School Program.

Bill: SB 260

Relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program.

Bill: SB 57

Relating to provisions and plans by public schools to ensure the safety of individuals with disabilities or impairments during a mandatory school drill or a disaster or emergency situation.