Cruz says that Olcott “represents the first of many strong candidates who are ready to unseat incumbents who failed to vote yes for school choice.”
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Ted Cruz to Endorse Against Texas Republicans Who Killed School Choice
Cruz also prioritized school choice in the 2022 primary, saying it was a “critical factor” in earning his support.
Texas House Votes to Kill School Choice Proposal
Republicans and Democrats voted to remove the school choice proposal from a massive education spending bill.
Texas House Set to Vote on School Choice Proposal
The Senate, meanwhile, has repeatedly passed school choice legislation.
Belton Mom Hillary Hickland Challenging Anti-School Choice State Rep. Hugh Shine
Hickland and Shine will compete in the March Republican primary to represent Texas House District 55.
Christmas in the Capitol? Abbott Says More Special Sessions if House Kills School Choice
The record for most special sessions called during a legislative session is six.
School Health Advisory Council: The Best Argument Ever for School Choice
Competition and the free market is still the American way. The educational industrial complex needs to remember that, and parents are the only ones who have the power to remind them.
School Choice Legislation Moves Forward in Texas House
Despite the billions of dollars in teacher pay raises and additional school funding, the legislation was still opposed by teacher unions.
Abbott Calls Fourth Special Session on School Choice, Border Security
The Texas governor says there is more work to be done.
Texas House Unveils New School Choice Plan
The plan includes Education Savings Accounts, teacher pay raises, and additional funding for school districts.