Too many students with special needs are not getting their needs met in Texas public schools. Research on the success of the McKay scholarship program in Florida suggests Texas follow the lead of Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Ohio, and Utah and provide scholarships to students with special needs so they can attend the school of their choice.
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