Senate Bill 1483 is an expansion of the Texas Virtual Schools Network (TxVSN). SB 1483 helps create a means for reaching out to students who might not perform as well in traditional learning environments, creating online learning options for a scope and spectrum of students never before seen in this state.
Local Government
Reinvigorating Federalism and Fiscal Discipline in Texas: Establishing the Office of State Sovereignty
Texas governments received $84.3 billion in federal funding in 2023, raising concerns over financial dependency and regulatory consequences. Creating an Office of State Sovereignty to monitor the application, receipt, and conditions of this aid could mitigate fiscal risk and improve transparency. Key points: Texas lacks a centralized system to oversee federal grants potentially flowing to...
September 9, 2026