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Tarrant County OKs another $800k in response to jail death and mistreatment lawsuits

The article from the Star-Telegram discusses the ongoing debate over the use of public funds for private school vouchers in Texas. Governor Greg Abbott has been pushing for a voucher-like program, known as education savings accounts, which would allow parents to use state funds to pay for private school tuition or other educational expenses. This initiative has met with significant resistance from public school advocates, rural Republicans, and Democrats who argue that it would drain resources from public schools. Despite multiple attempts, the Texas Legislature has not passed a voucher bill, with opposition citing concerns over accountability, the potential negative impact on public education funding, and the lack of evidence that vouchers improve educational outcomes. The debate has become a focal point in the current legislative session, with both sides deeply entrenched in their positions.

Read the Full Fort Worth Star-Telegram Article at:
[ https://www.star-telegram.com/news/politics-government/article296510964.html ]