Texas Pushes Limits With Controversial Border Security Bill
A border security bill that would shift how state and local law enforcement handle immigration matters is making its way to Governor Greg Abbott’s...
Future Of Voucher-Loaded Bill Hangs In The Balance
As the Texas Legislature reconvenes, the spotlight is on a contentious education bill that has stirred heated debates and political maneuvering. House Bill 1,...
Despite Pushback, House Education Committee Passes School Voucher Bill
After hours of heated debate surrounding House Bill 1, the school finance and voucher bill, the Texas House Public Education Committee voted 10-4 to...
“Compromise Is Not A Good Thing,” Voucher Proposal Being Discussed In The House
The Texas House Select Education Committee is currently discussing House Bill 1, a comprehensive education proposal that opens the door for vouchers, a priority...
Fourth Special Session Confirmed by House Speaker
There is no fourth special session proclamation just yet, but House Speaker Dade Phelan announced they are coming in at 5pm today. Since the...
Buckley Reveals New “School Choice” Bill, Amidst Rumors OF Fourth Special Session
As anticipation builds for a potential fourth special session, Texas House Education Committee Chairman, Representative Brad Buckley's unveiling of an updated version of the...
Phelan vs. Patrick Feud Escalates Over Dead Immigration Enforcement Bills
When they're not sparring over Paxton's impeachment, Texas leaders engage in heated disputes over school choice, and now, a contentious immigration enforcement bill remains...
Texas Senate Bill Would Give Free Private School To Students With Religious Objections To...
If a bill allowing taxpayer money to be spent on tuition at private, mostly religious schools doesn’t pass, Texas Senate Republicans have a Plan...
Phelan-Patrick Showdown Spurs Fourth Special Session Rumors
Despite Gov. Greg Abbott stating a deal had been reached on Education Savings Accounts, Rep. Brad Buckley, chairman of the Texas House Public Education...
Vouchers Appear Dead for This Session
The chairman of the Texas House Public Education Committee, Rep. Brad Buckley, has indicated that a proposal to create a school voucher-like program in...
