Advocacy Blog

The Senate Finance Committee met Monday to discuss Article III of the state budget (Senate Bill 1).

Right on cue, the Texas Senate passes a voucher bill. Plus, ATPE members participate in the session’s first Capitol Expedition.

Senate Bill 2 advanced from the Senate on a 19-12 vote and now heads to the Texas House for consideration.

The ATPE state officers and a newly certified educator advocated for you at the State Capitol Feb. 3–4.

The Legislature may begin working on teacher pay, vouchers, and CTE expansion immediately.

Gov. Greg Abbott is expected to announce vouchers as an emergency item in Sunday’s State of the State address. Plus, Trump issues two education-related executive orders.

Commissioner Mike Morath addressed board member questions about uncertified teachers.

Policy experts are unclear on the impact of both orders, especially because Trump’s education secretary nominee has not been confirmed.

Shifting the Legislature’s focus will require educators and parents to speak with one voice.

SB 2 is the first bill reported from a Senate committee, signaling Patrick’s priority to pass a voucher.