Release: TX School Choice Law Signed by Governor Greg Abbott

Austin, TX – May 5, 2025: Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed the School Choice Bill (SB 2) this past Saturday with the leadership of Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows. 

The bill, Senate Bill (S.B.) 2, is authored by Senator Brandon Creighton, the chair of the Senate Education K-16 Committee. The bill will provide $11,500 for public school students with a disability, and $10,000 for children in public school who do not have a disability. 

Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values, released the following statement:

“This is an historic win for Texas parents and children, with the largest day-one launch in the country. Texan parents can now make the best decision for their children, based on their needs, regardless of their background. The leadership of Governor Greg Abbott, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, and Speaker Dustin Burrows was pivotal in signing the School Choice Bill into law.” 

Texas Values has worked on bringing school choice to Texas since 2013 to make sure parents and students have the best options for education, and to ensure that every parent is in control of their child’s education. Texas Values team members were present at the bill signing at the Governor’s mansion on Saturday.

Texas Values policy team is available for comment. Please contact Ashley at media@txvalues.org or 737-314-2450 (m) to schedule an interview.

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