These Are The Texas House, Senate Public Education Priority Bills To Watch This Session

Austin American-Statesman, El Paso Times
Wed, 03/15/2023 - 4:00am

Leaders of the Texas House and Senate released education-related bills prioritizing safety, teacher retention, mental health and parents rights.

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