The Texas House has passed the largest public school funding increase in state history, sending the measure to Gov. Greg ...

Senate Bill 1568 allows the Department of State Health Services to diversify plate design options to boost public interest ...

Gov. Greg Abbott has already said he intends to sign the bill, which will give schools funding for salary increases, special ...

House Bill 2 includes $4.2 billion in state funds for raising teachers' pay. It is headed to the governor's desk after the ...

A school finance bill that includes teacher pay raises is headed to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. The Texas House on May 29 ...

One of the most highly debated bills in Texas' 2025 legislative session has passed both chambers and heads to Gov. Greg ...

One of the most highly debated bills in Texas' 2025 legislative session has passed both chambers and heads to Gov. Greg ...

A new state law eliminates the category of "illegal knives," effectively expanding knife owners' freedom to carry blades ...

The bill includes specific raises for teachers based on experience and district size, along with funding for support staff and operational costs.

House Bill 2 will increase funding for educator and support staff salaries, special education, school safety and more. Gov.

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