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Gov. Greg Abbott is turning up the pressure on passing school choice. Will it pay off?

Passage of a school choice measure is anything but a sure bet, as there is little evidence that the governor has been able to convince rural Republicans in the Texas House — who have for years been a reliable firewall — to drop their opposition.

Gov. Abbott is pushing harder than ever for school choice as part of a broad focus on “parental rights” this session, strongly signaling that the issue is his top legislative priority.

Governor Greg Abbott is pushing harder than ever before for school choice, as part of a broad focus on "parental rights" in the 2023 legislative session.

911 dispatchers in Texas are seeking first responder designation through House Bill 1486, which would also provide mental health leave. Representative Stan Gerdes of House District 17 introduced the bill to recognize the importance of these telecommunication officers who are often the first point of contact during emergencies.