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Axios on MSN9d
Texas public schools are poised to get a funding boost. But is it enough?
Texas public schools are about to get a long-awaited funding boost, with an $8.5 billion school finance bill awaiting Gov.
The Texas Tribune on MSN10d
Texas Legislature approves $8.5 billion boost for public schools after years of stagnant funding
Gov. Greg Abbott has already said he intends to sign the bill, which will give schools funding for salary increases, special ...
Community Impact4d
Texas public schools to see $8.5B funding boost, teacher raises after Gov. Abbott signs bill
The funding increase comes as some school Texas districts across Community Impact’s coverage areas grapple with growing ...
KERA News4d
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs $8.5 billion school funding bill with big boosts for teacher pay, special ed and safety
Texas public schools are about to see a major cash infusion. Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday signed an $8.5 billion funding ...
The Texas Tribune on MSN5d
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 ...
Laredo Morning Times on MSN4d
Texas public schools are set to get an $8.5 billion funding boost. Here’s the plan.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is expected to sign an $8.5 billion school funding bill into law. Here's what will be impacted.
Texas House Bill 2 funding falls short for El Paso schools, parents voice concerns
House Bill 2, which allocates $8.5 billion to public schools across Texas, may not be enough to address the budget deficits ...
Community Impact10d
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.
Houston Public Media9d
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 ...
Hoodline8d
Historic Texas Education Funding Bill Awaits Governor Abbott's Signature, Teacher Pay Raises and Special Ed Boost Included
The Texas House passed a public school funding bill that allocates $8.5 billion for education, with $4.2 billion for teacher ...
KVUE7d
Texas House Democrat calls public school funding package 'woefully inadequate'
“We have a historic school funding crisis in the state of Texas.” Public schools in Texas haven’t received a boost in state funding since 2019. After the Senate changes to the House version ...