Governor Abbott Applauds Advancement of School Choice Legislation

Governor Greg Abbott (R) issued a statement today commending the Texas House Committee on Public Education for advancing Senate Bill 2, a landmark piece of legislation that would create a universal school choice program in Texas.

“Texas is within reach of the largest school choice program launch in the nation,” said Governor Abbott. “Today, the Texas House Committee on Public Education moved universal school choice one step closer to reaching my desk.”

The bill, known as Senate Bill 2, aims to provide all Texas parents and students with more flexibility and control over their education by creating a universal school choice program. The legislation would allow parents to use public funding to send their children to private schools, charter schools, or other educational institutions outside of traditional public schools. This initiative is seen as a major step toward expanding educational options and empowering families in Texas.

Abbott praised the collaborative effort that led to this milestone.

“This achievement was truly a team effort,” he said. “Chairman Brad Buckley and the members of his committee worked around-the-clock to hear public testimony that lasted for nearly 24 hours. I thank them, as well as Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dustin Burrows, and Chairman Brandon Creighton, for their tireless work to empower Texas parents and students by providing school choice.”

The committee’s approval of SB 2 marks a significant step forward in the effort to expand school choice in Texas, and Governor Abbott expressed confidence that the bill will pass through the Texas House quickly. “

I look forward to its swift passage in the Texas House and signing this bill into law,” Governor Abbott said.

The passage of SB 2 is expected to be a turning point in the ongoing debate over school choice in Texas, with many advocates arguing that it will offer students more opportunities for educational success while providing parents with greater control over their children’s schooling options. As the bill moves through the legislative process, it remains a key focus for lawmakers and education reform advocates across the state.