Texas lawmakers propose billions for school choice efforts: 'No matter their zip code'
The Texas House and Senate are both seeking $1 billion for school choice this year, according to budget proposals shared Wednesday.
Texas House, Senate propose new money for school choice, extra funding for public schools, & more property tax relief
There's also about $6.5 billion in additional money for property tax relief on top of what was passed two years ago. That may include what the Senate has proposed, which is an increase in the homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000 for most homeowners. For seniors, the exemption would rise from $110,000 to $150,000.
Texas budget proposals would fund school choice, border security, property tax relief
On Monday, the Texas House of Representatives and Texas Senate released their respective state budget outlines for 2026 and 2027. The House proposal includes $335.7 billion in spending, while the Senate proposal comes in at $332.
Texas House and Senate propose budgets with school funding and tax relief"
The Texas House and Senate released their proposed budgets for 2026 and 2027, highlighting new funding for public schools and property tax relief. Lawmakers praised the collaborative effort, though there is disagreement over using taxpayer dollars for private school tuition.
Texas lawmakers focusing on property tax relief, school vouchers in new budget proposals
A balanced state budget is the only bill that lawmakers are constitutionally required to pass during the legislative session. Over the next few months, both chambers will reconcil
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Local Texas House Representatives discuss the top priorities of this years legislative session, focusing on school choice
Every two years all 150 members of the Texas House of Representatives meet in Austin to discuss, amend, and vote on hundreds of thousands of policies that will shape our state’s future.