“I think our elections are important enough that we send a strong message and have strong penalties for illegal voting.” —State Rep. Cole Hefner
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10 Texas Cities Put Property Tax-backed Bonds on May Ballot
Early voting is underway now through May 2. Election Day is Saturday, May 6.
Texas GOP Endorses Local Candidates on May Ballot
Early voting is underway now through Tuesday, May 2. Election Day is Saturday, May 6.
North Texas Church Leader Urges Congregation to Vote in Local Elections
Pastor Robert Morris says Gateway Church does not endorse candidates, “but we do endorse biblical principles.”
Fort Bend ISD’s Billion-dollar Bond Doubles District’s Debt
With interest, the school district’s proposed $1.26 billion bond package would cost local property taxpayers $2.6 billion.
‘Are Buildings Free?’: Lawmakers Debate Whether School Bonds Increase Property Taxes
“Taxes are higher than if there was no bond … so every bond effectively is a tax increase.” – State Rep. Brian Harrison
North Texas Teacher, Wrestling Coach Arrested for ‘Improper Relationship’ With Student
Euless police believe “more victims could exist.”
Lewisville ISD Teacher Faces 99 Years for Sexual Assault of 10-year-old Student
John Collett is a former Teacher of the Year at Camey Elementary.
Parents Back Opt-in Requirement for Schools to Psychologically Survey Students
Texas lawmakers consider mandating parental consent for mental health testing in classrooms.
Texas School Districts Load Local Ballots With $25 Billion in Bond Debt
Bond debt must be repaid with interest by local property taxpayers.