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As a special session starts with a focus on “school choice” but no mention of public school funding, some teachers said they are even considering leaving the profession.
The Senate’s main “school choice” bill would prioritize vouchers for children with disabilities, among other underprivileged groups. But advocates and parents raised concerns that voucher recipients who choose private school would no longer be protected by federal law.
Senate Republicans outlined their school choice bill in a public hearing on Tuesday. Passionate voices spoke for and against legislation that would allow for public tax dollars to pay private school tuition.
The Senate’s main “school choice” bill would prioritize vouchers for children with disabilities, among other underprivileged groups. But advocates and parents raised concerns that voucher recipients who choose private school would no longer be protected by federal law.