Vouchers would let parents use public funds to pay for their kids’ private education. Learn about how they could work and the political battle around them.

DALLAS — The first glimpse of Texas' Education Savings Account Program, a major legislative priority for Governor Greg Abbott, has emerged, sparking debate across the political spectrum.

Senate Bill 2 starts a new debate on a school voucher program in Texas. A funding proposal would allow up to 100,000 K-12 students who want to enroll to a private school to participate.

Under SB 2, families enrolling their children in private school would receive $10,000 per year, or $11,500 if the student has a disability, through what’s called an education savings account. Supporters say it would be “the largest day one ESA program in the nation.

Tennessee General Assembly will consider a bill to expand school vouchers across the state. Lawmakers should reject it and invest in K-20 schools.

Senate Bill 2 would provide education savings accounts from taxpayer money for families who are interested in private education over public — up to $10,000 a year per student. But not everyone is on board.

Texans are getting their first look at a bill lawmakers hope to pass this legislative session to create a school voucher program. School vouchers are a high priority issue for Texas Republican leaders,

First hearing on the school voucher plan will take place Jan. 28 Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said he would fast track the legislation There are still issues on the plan that need to be addressed AUSTIN, Texas - The first hearing on a new school voucher plan is now set for Tuesday,