Issue Position: Education

Issue Position

In 2013, we passed HB 5, creating high school career tracks to bring out the greatest potential in all high school students. We also decreased standardized testing and ensured students are better prepared after high school for a career or higher education opportunities. Additionally, school finance is one issue that is currently in limbo but must and will be addressed. I filed HB 2204 in 2015 to assist local school districts with their interest on debt, and though we were unsuccessful the first try, I will continue to fight for the good of our students and our schools. The legislature is currently waiting for the Texas Supreme Court to make a ruling on the constitutionality of our current school finance system, and I am dedicated to helping solve this complicated problem.

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