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From vouchers to a cellphone ban, this year’s lawmaking session brought transformative changes to Texas schools
An agenda driven by conservative priorities, schools’ financial duress and teacher needs led to an $8.5 billion boost, new ...
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Texas’ $8.5B school funding plan is headed to Abbott’s desk. What it means for students and teachers
One of the most highly debated bills in Texas' 2025 legislative session has passed both chambers and heads to Gov. Greg ...
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Texas lawmakers send $8.5B school funding package to Gov. Abbott’s desk
House Bill 2 will increase funding for educator and support staff salaries, special education, school safety and more. Gov.
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Texas Senate passes overhauled $8.5 billion public school funding bill
The bill marks one of the largest education investments in state history. It includes $4.2 billion for teacher and staff pay ...
Thousands of Texas teachers to get pay raises under $8.5 billion school funding bill
Texas teachers could soon see a boost in their paychecks, thanks to the $8.5 billion school funding bill headed to Governor Greg Abbott’s desk.
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Texas lawmakers strike deal on $8.5B school funding package
State senators initially approved House Bill 2 during a late-night session May 22. After a final Senate vote, it will return ...
Texas Legislature approves $8.5 billion boost for public schools after years of stagnant funding
House has given final approval to legislation authorizing roughly $8.5 billion in funding for public schools, sending the bill to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk where it is soon expected ...
Texas lawmakers approve school voucher bill, local private school reacts
Texas lawmakers have passed a sweeping new school voucher law allowing families to use public funds for private education expenses.