HB 1456: A Selective Approach to Accountability
House Bill 1456, introduced by Representative Jared Patterson, creates an Office of Inspector General to investigate complaints from parents of public school students. It excludes private schools and ESAs, raising concerns about accountability.
House Bill 612: Same Dance, Different Song
House Bill 612, by Representative Matt Shaheen, proposes Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) to enhance parental choice. However, it raises concerns about accountability and support for students with disabilities.
Texas education debate heats up as Gov. Abbott pushes for school vouchers
WFAA — Texas education debate heats up as Gov. Abbott pushes for school vouchers.
With vouchers likely to pass, Texas educators push for funding — and accountability
KERA — With vouchers likely to pass, Texas educators push for funding — and accountability.
Texas education board wants more control over library books | The Texas Tribune
TEXAS TRIBUNE — A majority of the panel voted to call on the Texas Legislature to pass a state law giving members the authority to determine age-appropriate books for students.
School bonds failed across Texas. What happens now?
TEXAS TRIBUNE – Texas voters rejected 20 of 35 bond propositions put forward by 19 school districts in November.
Bill: HB 1456
Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate complaints by parents of children enrolled in public school.
Bill: SB 401
Relating to the participation by non-enrolled students in University Interscholastic League-sponsored activities.
Texas Legislature will approve school vouchers and boost public education funds next year, Abbott says
TEXAS TRIBUNE – Last year, Abbott refused to give public schools a major raise without passing a voucher program. His tone was more conciliatory after Election Day.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick names private school vouchers as his top legislative priority
TEXAS TRIBUNE – School voucher supporters say they have the votes to get a bill across both the Texas Senate, led by Patrick, and the House, which has repeatedly blocked such proposals.
