The Senate could vote on the proposal as soon as next week. Democrats on Tuesday criticized the bill saying it fails to prioritize the state’s neediest children.

Texas lawmakers debate a bill that would let families use public funds for private and home schools, raising concerns over equity and legality.

The proposal, a priority of Gov. Greg Abbott, budgets $1 billion over the next two years to fund the private school vouchers.

The Texas Legislature is going to debate Senate Bill 2, an education bill that could allocate $1 billion in taxpayer money to fund school vouchers.

The first glimpse of Texas' Education Savings Account Program, a major legislative priority for Governor Greg Abbott, has emerged, sparking debate across the political spectrum. According to the bill filed by nine senators in the Texas Senate,

Senate Bill 2 would provide education savings accounts from taxpayer money for families who are interested in private education over public — up to $10,000 a year per student. But not everyone is on board.

Under SB 2, families enrolling their children in private school would receive $10,000 per year, or $11,500 if the student has a disability, through what’s called an education savings account. Supporters say it would be “the largest day one ESA program in the nation.

We’re getting our first look at Governor Abbott’s proposed school voucher plan. State Senator Brandon Creighton filed Senate Bill 2 at the State Capitol.

First hearing on the school voucher plan will take place Jan. 28 Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said he would fast track the legislation There are still issues on the plan that need to be addressed AUSTIN, Texas - The first hearing on a new school voucher plan is now set for Tuesday,