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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to sign historic school funding bill

Watch Live: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to sign historic school funding bill

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is set to sign the largest public school funding increase in state history on Wednesday. Late last month, lawmakers unanimously approved House Bill 2, which allocates $8.5 billion in new funding for public education.

Houston Public Media · 5d

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 Abbott for his signature. House Bill 2 provides $8.5 billion for the state's public school system.

Community Impact · 5d

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. Greg Abbott has said he will sign the bill into law.

Breaking down end of Texas Legislative session

The Dallas Morning News on MSN · 1d

How will Texas schools change after this legislative session?

When Texas students head back to class in the fall, school could feel different. The Legislature approved a bevy of education-focused bills that target everything from cellphones to DEI work.

WFAA on MSN · 1d

Texas Legislature wraps up with historic education reform

A voucher program passed as did a requirement to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom. Here's what you need to know.

CBS News · 1d

Republican Texas lawmaker on the "meaningful wins" as the state legislative session ends

Texas Representative and Vice Chair of the House GOP Caucus, Shelby Slawson, tells Jack Fink what she believes are the "meaningful wins" of this session.

The Texas Tribune on MSN2h

Texas public schools are set to get an $8.5 billion funding boost. Here’s the plan.

Gov. Greg Abbott is set to sign a spending package Wednesday that will give schools more money for staff pay, operational ...

Community Impact19m

Round Rock ISD shares updated 2025-26 budget proposal, compensation plans amid legislative changes

As a budget season colored by uncertainty nears its close, Round Rock ISD administrators provided updates on its financial ...

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Community townhall addresses concerns over impact of recent federal and state policy changes

In light of recent national and state-level policy shifts, a growing coalition of concerned community members is organizing a ...

The Texas Tribune on MSN1d

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 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 ...

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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.

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