Nina Banks

Texas Senate passes bill creating school voucher-like program

Blaise Gainey

After seven hours of debate over SB 2 on the Senate floor Wednesday, the chamber suspended rules so that they could expedite the process and send it to the Texas House for consideration.
Gov. Abbott lays out his agenda for Texas with emphasis on vouchers, water and property taxes

Rachel Osier Lindley

Gov. Greg Abbott touted Texas’ strong economy in his State of the State address Sunday, where he also laid out a list of priorities he wants Texas lawmakers to focus on in the months ahead. These include creating a school voucher-like program and lowering Texans’ property taxes.