Texas has a complex public school accountability system to evaluate schools and school districts. The system lacks rigor, is too complex, and does not align with the federal accountability system. To hold schools accountable, policymakers need to make significant changes to the state accountability system.
Homelessness
Where does the Money Austin Spends on Homelessness Go?
A federal judge has curtailed the efforts of the Department of Housing and Urban Development to end the disastrous policy of Housing First. With this new development Texas is on its own to compel cities to make changes to homeless spending. This article from Austin Reform shines light on the City of Austin underscoring that...
July 1, 2026