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‘School choice’ vote shows Greg Abbott’s growing power in Texas Legislature
Gov. Greg Abbott's victory on "school choice" is not only a signature accomplishment for his political legacy, it cements him ...
House OKs school vouchers, advances Abbott's signature legislation: 'Extraordinary victory'
The House approved a school voucher plan, clearing a hurdle that had stood in the way of a Gov. Greg Abbott priority. One ...
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In Private School Voucher Push, Gov. Abbott Breaks Through by Playing Hardball
Private school voucher bill passes House, giving victory to Gov. Abbott despite use of threats and other hardball tactics to secure votes.
Texas Senate set to send private school voucher bill to Abbott's desk: 'Ready to sign'
Texas Republicans' sweeping private school voucher plan could be sent to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk as early as next week. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Friday that he’d urge the Texas Senate to accept the ...
'Permanently damaged': Why 2 Texas lottery winners may never get paid
The Texas Lottery has been under intense scrutiny in recent years for reportedly making, what many state officials believe, ...
Lt. Gov. Patrick agrees to school voucher bill changes, clearing path to passage
Just a day after the Texas House of Representatives passed its historic school voucher-like legislation, allocating taxpayer ...
‘The consequences were dire’: Republican lawmaker alludes to political pressure over school choice vote
A Republican lawmaker says he is disappointed with outcome on school choice, even after voting to approve the bill. He tells his constituents the "consequences were dire" if he did not vote yes on the ...