Texas Legislature Faces Uncertainty as Voucher Bill Crumbles

The Texas Legislature is facing uncertainty regarding the future of school vouchers after the House voted to remove a voucher program from an education bill. Governor Greg Abbott, who has been advocating for school choice, has not indicated whether he wants legislators to continue pursuing vouchers in the current special session or if he will call for another special session. Abbott has promised to advance school choice and has begun focusing on the primary season by endorsing House Republicans who opposed the removal of vouchers. The outcome of the vote has divided lawmakers, with some hoping it marks the end of Abbott's voucher crusade, while others are considering supporting primary challengers to bring about a turnover in the House.