Marathon Hearing on School Vouchers Features Intense Bipartisan Opposition
“There is a disconnect between the rhetoric and what the bill actually says,” Democrat James Talarico summarized of House Bill 3.
Education
Inside the House’s Brutal Budget
Latest budget bill still contains harsh cuts to education, health care and the environment.
Passing the Education Buck
“Local control” once meant letting local districts make their own decisions, set their own priorities. But with extreme budget cuts likely, the districts will be left to salvage what they can.
The Mario Gallegos Effect
At Senate Ed, a bill that might seem uncontroversial highlights personal feuds and industry incentives
Texas Schools Rally: Rainy Day Fund or Bust
11,000 parents, teachers and advocates stormed the Capitol Saturday to demand lawmakers spend the Rainy Day fund on education.
Trying to Save TEXAS Grants
With terrible cuts looming to the financial aid program, Sen. Zaffirini wants to prioritize the pain.