Legislative

89th Legislative Session Proves “Historic” for Public Education, But More Work Needed

A Recap of Texas’ 89th Legislative Session As state lawmakers assembled in Austin back in January 2025, there was every indication that the 89th Legislative Session would be a “historic” legislative session for public...

What Makes a Session a “Special Session?”

Here’s What to Expect When Lawmakers Return in October 2023 The Texas Legislature typically convenes in odd-numbered years for 140 days, setting a two-year state budget and passing new laws impacting Texans’ lives and...

Statement on the Texas Legislature’s Passage of House Bill 3

Raise Your Hand Texas applauds the work of the 86th Texas Legislature in passing a comprehensive school finance bill without the threat of a court order. The $11.6 billion plan includes funding for full-day...