With sine die – the last day of the legislative session – just days away, public education finds itself at a familiar crossroads—caught between incremental progress and continued challenges.

School Funding Deal Finalized

A major education funding bill—House Bill 2—is moving forward after receiving final approval from the Texas Senate unanimously last week. The $8.5 billion package includes new investments designed to support students, teachers, and schools across the state.

Before it becomes law, the bill will return to the Texas House for final approval of changes made by the Senate. After that, it will go to Governor Greg Abbott for his signature.

HB2 In Detail

Earlier this month Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 2 into law, officially bringing a new Education Savings Account (ESA) program to Texas. This legislation allows eligible families to use state funds for certain private school expenses, including tuition, textbooks, transportation, and educational therapies.

This marks a significant shift in Texas education policy. The new program is expected to become one of the largest of its kind in the nation.

Meanwhile, many of the core issues facing Texas schools—such as teacher workforce stability, evolving accountability measures, and the long-term adequacy of the basic allotment—remain unresolved or only partially addressed. Educators, parents, and district leaders will continue to navigate these realities while doing what they always do: focus on providing high-quality student experiences.

Legislative Highlights

As the legislative session comes to a close, we’re keeping a close eye on key education bills that could impact our schools, students, and staff.

The graphic below shows how far each bill has moved through the process. Red dots mean the bill is advancing. Gray dots show it has stalled for now—but that doesn’t mean it’s gone for good. Sometimes, ideas from these bills get added to others still in motion.

With only a few days left in the session, things can move fast. We’ll continue to watch closely and keep you updated on any major changes that could affect our district.

Looking Ahead

Sine die is Monday, June 2. Any bill not passed by this deadline is effectively dead unless Gov. Abbott calls a special session. Twenty days after sine die, Friday, June 22, is the last day the governor can sign or veto a law. Any bill not vetoed by this date becomes law.