Governor Greg Abbott signed a law in Texas allowing over 5 million students to use state funds to attend private schools, allocating $1 billion in support for the first two years. This makes Texas the 16th state with universal school choice benefits for children amidst a growing conservative push for educational reform. The law provides parents with vouchers up to $10,000, further intensifying the debate around school funding as critics argue it detracts from public schools, while advocates claim it gives parents essential control over their childrenâs education.
On Saturday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a law that opens up state funds for private schools, granting over 5 million students eligibility for school vouchers.
Advocates highlight that school vouchers empower parents to choose the best educational path for their children, arguing that's a necessary shift in control away from public schooling.
With a budget allocation of $1 billion for the program's first two years, Texas becomes the 16th state to adopt a universal school choice initiative.
Opponents express concern that these vouchers primarily benefit wealthier families and deplete resources from public schools already struggling with funding.
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