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Texas sends $8.5 billion school funding bill to Gov. Abbott

Houston Public Media · 2d

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 · 2d

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.

Fort Worth Star-Telegram on MSN · 2d

Texas Legislature sends teacher pay raise, school funding to Gov. Abbott. How much?

A school finance bill that includes teacher pay raises is headed to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. The Texas House on May 29 accepted Senate changes to House Bill 2, which directs $8.5 billion to public schools. The vote was 122-13.

Community Impact1d

Texas lawmakers to negotiate plan to eliminate STAAR test

Texas lawmakers have agreed to eliminate the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, though they were still ...

Dallas Weekly4dOpinion

Beyond the Test: What the End of STAAR Testing and the Rise of Vouchers Mean for Texas Schools

STAAR testing ends, school vouchers rise, and public schools face funding challenges and accountability questions.

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