Texas lawmakers advance school choice bill after nearly 11 hours of debate (1 Viewer)

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    After nearly 11 hours of debate, the Texas House approved early Thursday a controversial bill that would provide eligible families with public funds to help pay for private school tuition.

    The school choice bill was passed in an 85-63 vote – two were absent. The measure will provide taxpayer-funded education savings accounts, also known as school vouchers, allowing students in public schools to attend private institutions if accepted into the state's program.

    Under the bill, students will receive $10,000 each year if they attend a private school...

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