Texas school choice: What it means for parents
FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia explains what the state's new school choice program means for parents and why some people are against it.
FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia explains what the state's new school choice program means for parents and why some people are against it.
School choice passes House, Texas tariff impact
The Texas House passed school choice legislation for the first time. The bill creates a $1 billion program to use public funds to pay for private schooling. It would be the largest program of its kind in the country. Then, the Texas Association of Business talks about the kind of jobs that will be brought back to the Lone Star State due to tariffs.
The Texas House passed school choice legislation for the first time. The bill creates a $1 billion program to use public funds to pay for private schooling. It would be the largest program of its kind in the country. Then, the Texas Association of Business talks about the kind of jobs that will be brought back to the Lone Star State due to tariffs.
Texas House passes school choice, Fort Bend County employee guilty plea, and more | What's Your Point?
FOX 26 Houston Political Reporter Greg Groogan talks the latest in local, statewide, and national politics.
FOX 26 Houston Political Reporter Greg Groogan talks the latest in local, statewide, and national politics.
Why Should I Care? Texas House passes school choice bill
Texas state lawmakers have debated and voted on school choice in Texas. What next after the historic vote in the Texas House?
Texas state lawmakers have debated and voted on school choice in Texas. What next after the historic vote in the Texas House?
Texas House passes school choice bill
Overnight, the Texas House House approved a school choice program in the state, taking the vote just after 2 a.m. FOX 26's Shelby Rose has more details on the bill, which is one step closer to being a reality.
Overnight, the Texas House House approved a school choice program in the state, taking the vote just after 2 a.m. FOX 26's Shelby Rose has more details on the bill, which is one step closer to being a reality.
Support, opposition for Texas school choice bill
The Texas House passed the school choice bill on Wednesday, but those on opposite party lines spoke their reasoning behind supporting or opposing the controversial bill.
The Texas House passed the school choice bill on Wednesday, but those on opposite party lines spoke their reasoning behind supporting or opposing the controversial bill.
Debate on school vouchers in Texas continues in Austin
The future of education in Texas is on the agenda in Austin. State representatives debate on passing what's being described as the biggest so-called voucher scheme in the country.
The future of education in Texas is on the agenda in Austin. State representatives debate on passing what's being described as the biggest so-called voucher scheme in the country.
Texas House to vote on education bills
There are several school bills Texas lawmakers plan to discuss in the state House. The two getting the most attention focus on public school funding and if the state should use tax dollars to fund private school tuition.
There are several school bills Texas lawmakers plan to discuss in the state House. The two getting the most attention focus on public school funding and if the state should use tax dollars to fund private school tuition.
Gov. Abbott on school choice, THC ban, bond reform
Texas Governor Greg Abbott talks about several issues in front of the state legislature, including school choice, a THC ban and criminal bond reform. Then, the FOX Texas Trio discuss Ken Paxton's run for the US Senate.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott talks about several issues in front of the state legislature, including school choice, a THC ban and criminal bond reform. Then, the FOX Texas Trio discuss Ken Paxton's run for the US Senate.
School choice in Texas: Gov. Abbott talks with FOX 26
FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan spoke with Texas Governor Greg Abbott who wants parents to have greater choice in their children's education.
FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan spoke with Texas Governor Greg Abbott who wants parents to have greater choice in their children's education.
School choice, school funding bills head to the Tx House
Long sought financial relief for our state's public schools, all teed up for passage this week by the Texas House. How much relief? An additional $8 billion worth. Enough to increase the per-pupil allotment by nearly $400, and give teachers a well-deserved raise.
Long sought financial relief for our state's public schools, all teed up for passage this week by the Texas House. How much relief? An additional $8 billion worth. Enough to increase the per-pupil allotment by nearly $400, and give teachers a well-deserved raise.
Texas school choice, funding bills head to full House
Senate Bill 2 and House Bill 2, which address school funding and school choice, had critical votes in a House committee Thursday after several hours of heated debate.
Senate Bill 2 and House Bill 2, which address school funding and school choice, had critical votes in a House committee Thursday after several hours of heated debate.
Cruz pledges to punish Republicans who vote against school choice
As if House Republicans opposed to school choice didn't have enough on their hands. With Governor Greg Abbott looking to claim their political scalp. Now, U.S. Senator Ted Cruz is very publicly vowing a scorched earth primary vendetta against any GOP member seeking to torpedo the effort to fund private education with public dollars.
As if House Republicans opposed to school choice didn't have enough on their hands. With Governor Greg Abbott looking to claim their political scalp. Now, U.S. Senator Ted Cruz is very publicly vowing a scorched earth primary vendetta against any GOP member seeking to torpedo the effort to fund private education with public dollars.
Houston employee payouts, Texas school choice, Rep. Sylvester Turner, and more | What's Your Point?
FOX 26 Houston Political Reporter Greg Groogan talks the latest in local, statewide, and national politics.
FOX 26 Houston Political Reporter Greg Groogan talks the latest in local, statewide, and national politics.
Representative James Talarico alleging a sinister conspiracy about public education
There are there are powerful forces trying to dismantle public education in this state and across the country. Once again, school choice critic Representative James Talarico, alleging a sinister conspiracy which now includes our state's top leaders, Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick.
There are there are powerful forces trying to dismantle public education in this state and across the country. Once again, school choice critic Representative James Talarico, alleging a sinister conspiracy which now includes our state's top leaders, Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick.
School voucher debate continues in Austin
Allowing education dollars to follow the child. The Texas house pushing closer to a school choice plan. Democrats still label welfare for the wealthy.
Allowing education dollars to follow the child. The Texas house pushing closer to a school choice plan. Democrats still label welfare for the wealthy.
Texas school choice bill goes up for hearing in House
The Texas House debated a new school voucher bill on Tuesday. The legislation is a top priority for Governor Greg Abbott, but it has consistently been derailed by the House. FOX 26's Greg Groogan has more.
The Texas House debated a new school voucher bill on Tuesday. The legislation is a top priority for Governor Greg Abbott, but it has consistently been derailed by the House. FOX 26's Greg Groogan has more.
Austin, TX: Hundreds protest in support of public school funding
About 1,100 people marched to the state capitol Saturday to urge lawmakers to increase funding for public schools. Ralliers also slammed Governor Abbott?s school choice voucher plan as it advances in the legislature.
About 1,100 people marched to the state capitol Saturday to urge lawmakers to increase funding for public schools. Ralliers also slammed Governor Abbott?s school choice voucher plan as it advances in the legislature.
Debate rages over school vouchers - Texas: The Issue Is
The Texas Trio is back as lawmakers debate over school vouchers.
The Texas Trio is back as lawmakers debate over school vouchers.
Texas Senate to vote on school choice plan
School choice is a big issue impacting families in Texas and the Senate will vote next week on a voucher plan. FOX 26's Denise Middleton has details on what is being considered.
School choice is a big issue impacting families in Texas and the Senate will vote next week on a voucher plan. FOX 26's Denise Middleton has details on what is being considered.