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Texas PTA Legislative News and Events
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Texas PTA responds to Americans For Prosperity - Texas PTA would like to correct Americans For Prosperity's misunderstanding of our position on raising taxes to fund public education. Texas PTA's message is very clear...our members are in support of increasing taxes on tobacco and alcohol, because such an increase will not only fund education, but decrease the cost of healthcare, which is rising at an astronomical pace. Texas PTA has always said "use a portion of the Rainy Day Fund" because it is apparent there are other needs in the state. There has never been an intent to "raid" the RDF.
Legislative Session Wrap-Up:
- Legislative Session Wrap Up Powerpoint Slides
- Final Legislative Report
- TASB Legislative Session FAQs
- Schools and Local Libraries
- ISD Estimates
- Finance Q&A
Resources:
- Legislative Advocacy Brochure
- Legislative Successes 2011
- Today's News 5/26/2011
- Latest on School Finance Efforts
- Shapiro Chastizes Texas House
- Anti-Bullying Legislation
- Projected School District Funding Cuts
- Letter to Governor Perry on Funding
- Legislative Priorities Booklet
- Legislative Priorities 2011 (English and Spanish)
- Rally Day Univision Interview (Spanish)
- Texas PTA On Funding Public Education
- Class Size Information
Other Legislative Announcements and Documents
- What $7.8 Billion Less Looks Like For Your District
- Connecting the Dots Between School Spending and Results
- Texas PTA President Sharon Goldblatt's Radio Interview with This Week In Austin
- Booster Seat Instructional Videos Available
- CyberBullying Prevention Tips
Texas PTA is a noncommercial, nonsectarian-nonpartisan organization that promotes the welfare of children and youth. Texas PTA does not endorse any candidate or political party.
The actions of legislative bodies can have a profound effect on the education and well-being of children, and Texas PTA serves as the voice for Texas children in many legislative endeavors. Texas PTA supports legislation that improves health, well-being and educational opportunities for every child. Successful implementation of our legislative positions is characterized by people working together to assure wise legislative decisions through knowledge of the process and an understanding of the issues.
- Ways to Participate in the Legislative Process
- Conducting a Meeting with a Legislator
- Texas Legislature Online
- Find Your Representative
- Find Your Senator
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For more information on how to become a child advocate, organizing a candidate’s forum, or any other legislative committee information, download our Legislative Action Chairman’s Guide.
Additional Resources
ASCD The Whole Child - ASCD (formerly the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development) is an educational leadership organization dedicated to advancing best practices and policies for the success of each learner.
Every Chance, Every Texan - Web site that provides vital information to ensure the success of our children and the economic future of our state. It provides tools and resources that can help members identify potential careers and learn about many options to pay for college, including scholarships, grants and student loans.
Kids’ House - Teaches kids grades 1-8 about Texas Government
Texas Education Agency - The mission of the Texas Education Agency is to provide leadership, guidance and resources to help schools meet the educational needs of all students. PTA members may subscribe to the newsletter to stay updated on the latest Texas education news.