Texas School Voucher Legislation

The Texas legislature is currently grappling with conflicting bills on school choice, commonly referred to as school vouchers. The Texas Senate has proposed a plan that allocates $10,000 per student for private education, while the Texas House's version offers 85% of the public funding allocated to public school students instead. This distinction is significant, as the House bill prioritizes children with disabilities and low-income students, ensuring they are not competing in an open lottery for funding. The divergent approaches raise critical questions about educational equity and the future of public versus private schooling in Texas.