In Texas, public policy begins its journey in legislative committees, with education policy specifically initiated in the Texas House Committee on Public Education and the Texas Senate Committee on Education. Both committees consist of elected representatives dedicated to shaping the future of education in the state.
Education policy is a cornerstone of any state's political landscape, and Texas is no exception. Understanding the stances of the major political parties on K-12 education is crucial for voters looking to make informed decisions. In this post, we delve into a side-by-side comparison of the current party platforms in Texas, sourced directly from the Texas Democratic Party and Texas Republican Party websites.

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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.
TEXAS TRIBUNE - Texas voters rejected 20 of 35 bond propositions put forward by 19 school districts in November.
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.
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.
KHOU - Five people are charged in connection with a teacher-certification cheating ring that led to illegally certified teachers working in Texas schools, DA Kim Ogg said.

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