A new approach to school accountability was proposed during the 79th Session of the Texas Legislature – turning failing public schools over to private sector education management organizations. This policy brief identifies how EMOs can help improve student achievement and the financial efficiency of Texas public schools.
Election Integrity
Ban Foreign Funding in Ballot Propositions
Despite federal laws prohibiting foreign funding of candidate elections, foreign individuals and entities are still able to fund campaigns related to state and local ballot initiatives in multiple jurisdictions, creating a loophole that hostile foreign actors can exploit to influence American elections. Key points: Federal law prohibits foreign nationals from contributing to candidate campaigns or...
April 6, 2026