"Texas Special Session: Vouchers, School Funding, and Border Issues Take Center Stage"

Texas lawmakers will convene a special session to discuss a statewide school voucher program, but it remains uncertain whether they will address additional funding for schools. Governor Greg Abbott's agenda for the session does not mention public school funding increases or teacher raises, despite the urgent need for such measures. Voucher supporters believe that many families are dissatisfied with public schools and want the option to send their children to private schools, while critics argue that vouchers would divert funds from struggling public schools. Reaching a compromise on vouchers and funding may prove challenging, as Democrats and rural Republicans have historically opposed vouchers. Many school districts are facing financial difficulties, with some considering closing campuses to save money. The special session's outcome will likely depend on a compromise between school vouchers and public school funding.