We recently took a look at the 12 bills that passed during the recent Special Session of the Texas Legislature. Here's a sample of some of the big items that didn't pass:
Special Session Wrap-Up, Part II: Here's What Didn't Pass
Special Session Wrap-Up: Here's What Passed
Real Property Tax Reform Equals School Finance Reform
Rep. Howard recently wrote an Op-Ed making the point that any real property tax reform requires real school finance reform. To further illustrate that point, she's pulled together a handy infographic.
Real Property Tax Reform Requires Real School Finance Reform
Rep. Howard Meets With HD 48 Constituents at Town Hall Meeting
Team Howard Weekly Round-Up -- 03.13.2017
In the latest edition of the Round-Up, Scott discusses the passage of the deadline to fill bills in 85th Regular Session. He also mentions Rep. Howard's HB 223, which would allow school districts to use Compensatory Education funding to provide daycare services for teen parents who are at risk of dropping out.